Head of Development

Head of Development

Location: Stewartby, Bedfordshire (Office-based)

Salary: £70,000–£90,000 DOE + Benefits

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Sector: EV Charging | Electronics | IoT | Smart Tech

We’re hiring for a technical leader to head up the development team of a premium UK-based EV technology company.

This role offers the chance to lead cross-functional projects across electronics, firmware, cloud, mobile, and web — while actively shaping the direction of next-generation, IoT-enabled smart charging products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and grow a multi-skilled in-house development team
• Manage and deliver full product lifecycle projects
• Provide hands-on expertise in electronics and software design
• Contribute to recruitment and strategic planning
• Support production, testing, and technical troubleshooting

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in Electronics Engineering
• Strong in PCB design (Altium), embedded C/C++, ARM-based systems
• Experienced in designing circuits and schematic capture
• Management experience in a product development environment (4+ years)
• Skilled in agile methodologies, testing tools, and lab diagnostics
• Experience with Espressif, Atmega MCUs, and IoT product development
• Knowledge of EMC design principles
• Confident communicator and team motivator

Desirable:

• Experience of developing IoT products
• Exposure to EV charging technologies

Why Join?

• Work with premium products and top-tier automotive partners
• Join a growing team shaping the future of home/workplace EV charging
• Impactful leadership role with clear career progression

To Apply:

Contact Lewis Phillips on either [email protected] or 01582 369359.