Technical Futures Ltd

20 job(s) at Technical Futures Ltd

Technical Futures Ltd Saffron Walden, Essex
May 13, 2026
Full time
A Head of Marketing with extensive experience in Defence Technology will lead a small team within a thriving Technical Consultancy. You'll focus on market-qualified lead generation within the Defence and Security markets; promoting the Engineering services as well as accelerating growth into product delivery. Key Requirements include: 5+ years' experience within the Defence market. A Marketing qualification and ideally a Technical Degree. Experience leading a marketing function within a Defence technology company. Excellent customer facing skills. The Head of Marketing will generate and lead Defence marketing campaigns; identifying target prospect companies, increasing brand awareness across relevant platforms, managing all PR activities as well as identifying market trends to inform IP and technology roadmaps. A competitive salary will be offered with a generous benefits package to include a Company Bonus Scheme, 10% Company Pension Contribution, Private Medical cover, Life Assurance, Car Lease Scheme, Long Service awards, 25 days holiday + option to purchase more. You must be a British Passport holder and eligible for baseline SC.
Technical Futures Ltd Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
May 13, 2026
Full time
A Degree qualified Software Engineer with strong experience in C#, using WPF / WinUI-3 and MVVM methodologies will support the new NPI team of a thriving Technology Company. You'll have proven experience of developing software tools for production test and process automation as well as having some experience of working with embedded hardware-integrated systems. This award-winning company, enjoying sustained growth, seeks a commercially experienced Software Engineer who can bring solid C# skills and ideally some experience of supporting NPI from prototype through to volume manufacture and knowledge of manufacturing test systems. Key Requirements include: Software Engineering related Degree. Strong commercial C# programming using WPF / WinUI-3 and MVVM methodologies. Proven experience developing software tools for production test and process automation. Ability to troubleshoot software issues communicating with embedded hardware-integrated systems. Knowledge of manufacturing test systems and automation workflows. An appreciation of embedded firmware programming tools. Experience of other programming languages such as C/C++. In this Software Engineer role you'll support software and test design processes; ensuring DFT principles are applied whilst ensuring readiness for build and scale as well as implementing robust processes for firmware programming in production builds. This is a great opportunity for a dedicated Software Engineer to be part of the exciting technological development of a range of imaging products. A competitive salary package will be offered (details on application). Applicants must have full eligibility to work in the UK.
Technical Futures Ltd Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
May 13, 2026
Full time
An Electronics Engineer with a good understanding of DFM/DFA, with good PCB assembly skills and experience using Altium will become a key member of a new NPI team for an award-winning High-Tech Company developing cutting-edge imaging solutions for Security, Defence and Industrial customers. Working closely with R&D, manufacturing and quality teams you'll be responsible for the electronics aspects of transitioning products from development through to scalable manufacturing; drawing on your electronics and PCB assembly manufacturing knowledge. Qualified to Degree level in Electronics Engineering or similar, the successful Electronics engineer will get involved with the design and development of a mission critical range of imaging systems used Worldwide. You'll also have the opportunity to broaden your skills with exposure to FPGA and image processing. Key Skills and Experience should include: Bachelors/Masters' Degree in Electronics Engineering or similar discipline. Minimum of 3-4 years' experience within an electronic manufacturing environment. Industrial experience of using Altium PCB CAD. Solid understanding of DFM/DFA/DFT. Experience supporting products from prototype through to production for low to medium volume products. Proven experience of PCB assembly and electronics integration. Experience of complex designs including microcontrollers, analogue circuits and power supplies. Exposure to video standards and USB great to see as is an understanding of software for automation and experience designing products to military standards. Applicants must have full eligibility to work in the UK. Fully office based role.
Technical Futures Ltd Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
May 13, 2026
Full time
A Mechanical / Electromechanical Engineer (Junior to Mid level) with industrial experience relating to production engineering, will join the new NPI team of an award-winning High-Tech company. You'll bring 2D & 3D CAD skills, a good understanding of DFM/DFA and experience of mechanical manufacturing methods particularly for small mechanisms. In this Junior to Mid-level Mechanical / Electromechanical Engineer role, reporting to the Production Engineering Manager, you will contribute to NPI projects undertaking a range of tasks such as: Supporting the transfer of products from R&D into engineering and manufacturing whilst ensuring mechanical designs are suitable for production through DFM/DFA reviews. Design and develop mechanical assembly fixtures, test jigs and tooling. Supporting Continuous improvement and manufacturing optimization. Providing hands-on engineering support when mechanical issues arise in production. Acting as mechanical interface between R&D, production, quality and operations. Your skills and experience should include: 1st / 2.1 Bachelors / Masters Degree in Mechanical or Electromechanical Engineering. Experience working within a production / manufacturing engineering or mechanical design role with a focus on small mechanisms for production. 3D CAD skills such as SolidWorks and ability to create 2D drawings. Good understanding of mechanical manufacturing methods such as machining, sheet metal, injection moulding, assemblies. Knowledge of DFM / DFA, tolerance analysis, GD&T and material selection. If you are passionate about all aspects of Engineering and are seeking a new challenge to broaden your technical skills and experience; you can become part of the dedicated NPI team supporting development of a cutting-edge range of imaging products. Applicants must have full eligibility to work in the UK. This role is fully office based.
Technical Futures Ltd Saffron Walden, Essex
May 13, 2026
Full time
A Business Development Lead, with a strong technical understanding of RF Systems, an appreciation of Communications, Sensing / Radar technologies and/or Satellite / Space technologies will bring their Commercial Sales experience to a thriving Technical Consultancy. This role bridges technical expertise with commercial strategy, culminating in developing opportunities and closing sales. With a passion for establishing new business relationships and building sales pipelines in markets outside of Defence; you'll bring both technical skills and business development experience ideally relating to consulting sales. About you: A strong academic background with an Engineering or Physics Degree. Extensive post-graduate work experience with 5+ years in business development / commercial sales. Strong understanding of RF Systems. Exposure to Communications, Radar /Sensing applications and Space / Satellite technologies highly beneficial. Ability to understand customers' strategic, commercial and technology challenges. Proven experience of establishing new business relationships, developing networks and building leads and sales pipelines. Experience of commercialization of both technologies and products. Strong presentation skills and ability to deliver effective sales campaigns. A generous salary package will be offered to the successful Business Development Lead who is confident in their ability to drive growth in markets related to RF Systems. Hybrid working plus company bonus scheme, 10% company pension contribution, private healthcare, Life assurance and much more.
Technical Futures Ltd Saffron Walden, Essex
May 13, 2026
Full time
A Bid Manager with a proven background working within Defence and with strong Client-facing skills, will support the Sales teams of a thriving Technical Consultancy. You'll bring expertise in preparing commercial and technical bids and coordinating the full bid lifecycle process. Hybrid working (2/3 days in office per week) and generous benefits package on offer. Applicants must be British passport holders. The successful Bid Manager will bring experience in Government procurement as well as B2B bidding; have excellent customer facing skills and be comfortable with challenges and uncertainty. In this customer facing Bid Manager role, you will collaborate closely with sales, engineering and client teams; managing and coordinating the full bid process from opportunity qualification through to proposal submission, including support to contract negotiation. Key Requirements include: Several years' bidding experience within Defence or Security environments. A Technical related Degree beneficial but not essential. British Passport Holder. Experience preparing commercial and technical bid or proposal documents. Experience of working closely with Clients. The Bid Manager will own the bid management process and drive its ongoing development. Continued customer growth primarily within the Defence industry has opened up this rewarding opportunity for a self-motivated individual who can bring solid Defence industry experience.
Technical Futures Ltd Reading, Berkshire
May 12, 2026
Full time
An accomplished Analog Design Engineer skilled in the design and layout of high-speed circuits will join a thriving scale-up semiconductor company, revolutionizing AI infrastructure, with scalable and energy-efficient development of AI hardware systems. Generous salary package and Hybrid working on offer. Requirements for the Analog Design Engineer include: Masters / PhD in Electronics or similar discipline. Significant Semiconductor industry experience in analog design and layout. Expertise in the design and layout of high-speed circuits. Experience with modern semiconductor process technologies. An advanced user of EDA tools (Cadence Virtuoso ideal). Deep understanding of transistor and wireline communications fundamentals. The successful Analog Design Engineer will be a key member of a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary team of Engineers working on cutting-edge technology enabling the build of low-cost, scalable, energy efficient AI systems Worldwide. You will undertake design, modelling and verification of custom analog designs for high-speed serdes transceivers in advanced technology nodes; supporting customers on requirements and specifications as well as supporting analog IP and chip level integration. A very generous salary package will be offered, with excellent career development opportunities.
Technical Futures Ltd Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
May 12, 2026
Full time
A Home Based Technical Sales Engineer with strong customer facing skills and proven experience of working within a Sales / Inside Sales /Applications role within a Scientific products, Life Science or related electronics environment will join an established High-Tech Company. This diverse and interesting role will be home based with travel expected to customer sites 3-4 days per week. Company car provided. Bringing a minimum of a HND (Degree preferred) in a Science or Engineering discipline, you'll ideally bring a track record of consultative selling and product strategy for a range of scientific products such as such as sensors, flow & temperature measurement, process gas controls or heat exchangers to name a few. Full product training and support will be given. Requirements for the Technical Sales Engineer include: HND / Degree in Engineering or Scientific subject. Proven experience of technical sales / applications engineering within electronics, scientific, instrumentation or similar environment. Strong customer facing skills. Full UK driving license and Passport. As a member of the successful Products team, the Technical Sales Engineer will work closely with the field sales team to provide application, product knowledge and sales support during customer visits; promoting the product range by creating marketing material, growing sales of the product range. A competitive salary will be offered (details on application) + a Company car, private healthcare, 25 days holiday, Home based with travel to customers 3-4 days per week, pension plan, training and more.
Technical Futures Ltd Reading, Berkshire
May 11, 2026
Full time
Senior FPGA Engineer with advanced knowledge of Xilinx FPGA devices and proficiency in VHDL will work across the full FPGA development lifecycle for an established Technology Company offering Hybrid working, a generous salary and great benefits package. The successful Senior FPGA Engineer will work closely with systems architects to define FPGA requirements from high-level system specifications; developing FPGA designs using Vivado for synthesis and implementation, integrating MicroBlaze soft processors, peripherals and custom IP within the system design. The role will also involve verification and validation as well as mentorship of junior engineers. The ideal Senior FPGA Engineer will possess the following skills and experience: Bachelors / Masters Degree in Electronics Engineering or similar. Proven experience with Xilinx FPGAs (ideally Zynq, Kintex or Artix). Expert knowledge of Vivado Design Suite, VHDL. Experience developing MicroBlaze processors. Exposure to Cocotb, UVVM or other modern verification methodologies. Familiarity with processors and interfaces such as eSPI, PCIe, 12C and UART. A proven understanding of FPGA architecture design, clocking, resets and interfacing. If you are a Senior level FPGA Engineer who is seeking a rewarding new challenge, apply now to find out more. Benefits include 25 days holiday plus option to purchase more, an annual profit share bonus, Private Health Insurance, Pension scheme up to 10% employer contribution, death in service, car salary sacrifice scheme and more.
Technical Futures Ltd Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
May 09, 2026
Full time
Are you a FPGA Design Engineer seeking a challenging career move where you can contribute to the very latest imaging and augmented reality systems, designing and implementing FPGA based SoC systems? Hybrid working (up to 3 days per week from home) and very generous salary on offer. This award-winning Technology company seeks a well qualified FPGA Engineer with SoC design and Integration skills, RTL Verification experience (SystemVerilog, VHDL) and Python knowledge. In this role the successful FPGA Design Engineer will write timing constraints and where necessary modify designs to close timing; working closely with hardware, software and mechanical engineers to bring exciting new products to market. Requirements for the FPGA Design Engineer include: Minimum of 1st / 2.1 Bachelors Degree in Electronic Engineering related discipline. Proven commercial FPGA Design experience. SoC design and Integration experience. Python knowledge ideally with exposure to cocotb. RTL Verification experience (SystemVerilog, VHDL). Writing timing constraints and ensuring these are met. Design for low power. To find out more, please apply in confidence now. You must have full eligibility to work in the UK.
Technical Futures Ltd Saffron Walden, Essex
May 08, 2026
Full time
A Senior PCB Design Engineer highly experienced in the design of RF, Digital, Analogue and Power PCB's will join a thriving Technical Consultancy. A highly competitive salary package will be offered with benefits to include a Company Bonus Scheme, 10% Company Pension Contribution, Private Healthcare, 25 days holiday, Life Assurance, Long Service awards and Car Lease Scheme. Taking ownership of the delivery of complex RF digital and mixed technology printed circuit designs you should bring proven experience of using Altium as well as having good knowledge of HDI technologies. Your attention to detail will ensure successful completion and efficient delivery of designs. Your Skills and experience should include: Minimum of HNC/HND or a Degree in Electronics or similar discipline. 5+ years working within an electronic hardware design environment specializing in PCB design. Proficiency in the PCB design of RF, Digital, Analogue and Power PCB's. Solid Altium experience. Advanced knowledge of constraints and the use of Constraint Manager. Good knowledge of HDI technologies including multi-layer controlled impedance RF designs. In the senior PCB Design Engineer role you will own and shape the PCB design processes from library design to complete PCB designs; working closely with design engineers to turn draft schematics into functioning PCBAs whilst ensuring quality and excellence within a fast paced commercial environment.
Technical Futures Ltd Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire
May 08, 2026
Full time
A Degree qualified Software Engineer with strong experience in C#, using WPF / WinUI-3 and MVVM methodologies will support the new NPI team of a thriving Technology Company. You ll have proven experience of developing software tools for production test and process automation as well as having some experience of working with embedded hardware-integrated systems. This award-winning company, enjoying sustained growth, seeks a commercially experienced Software Engineer who can bring solid C# skills and ideally some experience of supporting NPI from prototype through to volume manufacture and knowledge of manufacturing test systems. Key Requirements include: Software Engineering related Degree. Strong commercial C# programming using WPF / WinUI-3 and MVVM methodologies. Proven experience developing software tools for production test and process automation. Ability to troubleshoot software issues communicating with embedded hardware-integrated systems. Knowledge of manufacturing test systems and automation workflows. An appreciation of embedded firmware programming tools. Experience of other programming languages such as C/C++. In this Software Engineer role you ll support software and test design processes; ensuring DFT principles are applied whilst ensuring readiness for build and scale as well as implementing robust processes for firmware programming in production builds. This is a great opportunity for a dedicated Software Engineer to be part of the exciting technological development of a range of imaging products. A competitive salary package will be offered (details on application). Applicants must have full eligibility to work in the UK.
Technical Futures Ltd
May 08, 2026
Full time
A Senior Embedded Software Engineer with hands-on experience encompassing Embedded Linux, low-level driver work, networking and backend service development will take responsibility for designing and developing embedded software for Digital RF and related products. This role offers a competitive salary with very flexible hybrid working and generous benefits. The Senior Embedded Software Engineer will bring: A minimum of a good Bachelors Degree in Software Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science or similar discipline. Strong programming skills in C. Several years of industrial embedded software development. Strong Linux experience including Embedded Linux development and configuration. Experience developing or maintaining Linux drivers and low-level hardware interfaces. Experience with Rust in embedded, systems or backend software development. Experience with networking protocols and network driver development. Ability to debug complex software/hardware integration issues. In this Senior Embedded Software role, the successful individual will be helping to deliver robust, secure and high-performance systems; designing and maintaining embedded software for products with a strong focus on Linux-based platforms as well as developing Linux kernel-space and user-space components; implementing software in C and Rust for embedded and system-level applications and developing networking features. Salary details on application. Benefits include 25 days holiday, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, well-being support, flexible start/finish times and more.
Technical Futures Ltd
May 08, 2026
Full time
A Senior Embedded Software Engineer with hands-on experience encompassing Embedded Linux, low-level driver work, networking and backend service development will take responsibility for designing and developing embedded software for Digital RF and related products. This role offers a competitive salary with very flexible hybrid working and generous benefits. The Senior Embedded Software Engineer will bring: A minimum of a good Bachelors Degree in Software Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science or similar discipline. Strong programming skills in C. Several years of industrial embedded software development. Strong Linux experience including Embedded Linux development and configuration. Experience developing or maintaining Linux drivers and low-level hardware interfaces. Experience with Rust in embedded, systems or backend software development. Experience with networking protocols and network driver development. Ability to debug complex software/hardware integration issues. In this Senior Embedded Software role, the successful individual will be helping to deliver robust, secure and high-performance systems; designing and maintaining embedded software for products with a strong focus on Linux-based platforms as well as developing Linux kernel-space and user-space components; implementing software in C and Rust for embedded and system-level applications and developing networking features. Salary details on application. Benefits include 25 days holiday, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, well-being support, flexible start/finish times and more.
Technical Futures Ltd Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
May 08, 2026
Full time
Talented Digital FPGA Engineer who also has strong DSP skills will join the new FPGA team within a thriving Technical Consultancy; contributing to a range of projects including the very latest radar, communications and sensing applications. Competitive salary + Hybrid working and company Bonus Scheme. The successful FPGA Design Engineer will translate customer requirements into robust FPGA based implementations. You'll bring proven commercial DSP experience and will ideally have worked with the Vivado toolchain, although other FPGA platforms will be considered. Working closely with hardware, software and systems engineers, your development work will primarily target Xilinx silicon; delivering high quality FPGA/DSP designs and implementations; engaging with Clients on a technical level, undertaking design reviews and bringing your own ideas to solve challenging problems. If you are a Digital FPGA Engineer with strong Signal Processing skills and are seeking a career move enabling you to broaden your technical knowledge - this dynamic company can offer you stability, daily challenges and great working environment. A competitive salary will be offered depending on experience, with Hybrid working ( normally 3 days office / 2 WFH), Company Bonus scheme, 25 days holiday (+ option to purchase 5 more), Private Healthcare, Pension (employee 5% minimum / employer 10%), Life Assurance (6x salary), Permanent Health Insurance, Long Service awards, cycle to work scheme, Car Lease scheme, free refreshments and more.
Technical Futures Ltd Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
May 08, 2026
Full time
Thriving Technical Consultancy seeks an accomplished Head of Embedded Software to lead a multidisciplinary Software department. Working across Embedded Software, DSP, FPGA and AI/ML you'll be supporting technologies such as radar, sensing and communications for a range of Client projects primarily in the Defence sector. You'll bring a balance of technical expertise and commercial skills. Generous salary package includes Company Bonus, Pension, Private Healthcare and much more. The successful Head of Embedded Software will manage and grow a delivery focused team, supporting project planning and resourcing, driving continuous improvement as well as contributing to technical sales activities. To be considered for this Head of Software role you should have: A strong academic background. Technical Leadership experience ideally within a Consultancy type environment. Strong technical knowledge covering embedded software, DSP, FPGA firmware, test and AI/ML with expertise in at least one area. Proven Line Management experience and excellent communication skills. Good balance of technical and Business / Commercial skills. A passion for improving software development processes. Exposure to the Defence industry. Applicants must hold a British Passport.
Technical Futures Ltd Colchester, Essex
May 08, 2026
Full time
Test Development Engineer - Embedded Computing Products - Hybrid / Essex - Competitive. A Test Development Engineer with a proven understanding of electronic hardware and experience of developing Automated Test Equipment in a production environment will take responsibility for developing and supporting ATE systems for an established Technology Company, a Global leader in Embedded Computing products. Hybrid working and generous salary package on offer. The Test Development Engineer will bring: A formal Electronic Engineering qualification. Proven understanding of electronic hardware. Commercial experience developing Automated Test Equipment in a production environment. Proficiency with test instrumentation and test automation tools. Experience with DFT, BIST and diagnostic firmware features. Experience collaborating with software ATE developers to build integrated test platforms. Exposure to the following would also be highly beneficial:Embedded Computing systems, Manufacturing processes such as SMT, assembly or AOI; experience with environmental testing and the ability to design simple custom electronics for test fixtures. Applications are sought from Test Development Engineers with several years' experience of working within an electronic manufacturing environment, ideally related to a high-reliability industries such as Aerospace, Defence or Industrial Computing.
Technical Futures Ltd Sunbury-on-thames, Middlesex
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
An Engineering Physicist with Ultrasonic Transducer design experience is sought by an exciting High-Technology company working in the renewable energy sector. As a key member of a talented Engineering and Research team you'll undertake research and experimental testing of the electrical, acoustic and mechanical systems relating to ultrasonic sensor technology. Applications are sought from Transducer Engineers or Engineering Physicists who hold a MSc / PhD relating to Ultrasonic Transducer technology including areas such as Acoustics, Physics or Instrumentation. The Transducer Engineer / Engineering Physicist should bring experience of the following: Ultrasonic Transducer design. Piezoelectric component level design. FEA modelling skills. COMSOL Multiphysics. Sensor technology. Design for high reliability applications. This thriving Company is playing a key part in the growth of wind energy technology, with a dynamic team of engineers and researchers. A competitive salary is on offer to the successful Engineering Physicist (details on application) with generous benefits to include a 9% non-contributory pension scheme, private healthcare, Life Assurance, Flexitime, 24 days holiday (rising to 25 after one year) and the option to WFH one day per week or take 3 days extra holiday per year.
Technical Futures Ltd
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
A Lead Software Engineer with a solid background in Embedded Software development (C/C++), good knowledge of electronics and strong commercial delivery experience will join a thriving Technical Consultancy. You'll combine hands-on technical delivery (80%) and people leadership (small team of approx. 3-7). This dynamic Consultancy works across sectors such as Defence, Healthcare, Industrial and Communications - delivering solutions that combine embedded software, electronics, FPGA, Cloud and system level functionality. The Lead Software Engineer should bring: A solid academic background. Extensive hands-on experience with embedded software development in C/C++. Knowledge of Bare metal and RTOS environments. Experience with DSP. Proven line management experience of small teams (around 3-7 people). A strong understanding of electronics and how embedded software sits at the interface between electronics and software. A career spanning several different industries. Experience of commercial and delivery pressures as gained from experience working within a Consultancy environment. In this role the successful Lead Embedded Software Engineer will primarily contribute directly to engineering work; will provide line management and support project planning as well as helping to shape software processes and the technology roadmap. Projects will span a wide range of applications from embedded systems for radar and sensing technologies to advanced communication systems. A generous salary will be offered depending on your level of experience. Hybrid working available (3 days in office / 2 WFH) private healthcare, Company Bonus, 25 days holiday, Life Assurance, free refreshments and more. Applicants must have full eligibility to work in the UK.
Technical Futures Ltd Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
A Senior Test Technician / Production Engineer with a background involving the test and manufacture of electro-mechanical components and systems, will join an award-winning Technology Company. T he successful Senior Test Technician will bring a range of knowledge and experience across electronic manufacturing and electronic / mechanical systems. In this challenging and diverse role the Senior Test Technician / Production Engineer will play a crucial role in the manufacturing and test processes, ensuring the efficient production of mission critical opto-electromechanical devices. The Senior Test Technician should possess the following: An Engineering qualification (minimum of HNC/HND). Familiarity across electronic, electrical and mechanical engineering principles with ability to read schematic designs. Proven experience of Electro-mechanical assembly techniques. Good Soldering and wiring skills. Strong troubleshooting, fault-finding and debugging skills. Previous experience of working in a Senior Technician / Production role. Applicants for this Senior Test Technician / Production Engineer role should have full eligibility to work in the UK, possess 5+ years Production Engineering experience and hold an HNC/HND or Degree in an Engineering discipline. A competitive salary up to C£45K will be offered (depending on experience) with benefits to include a Discretionary Bonus Scheme, Generous company pension contribution, Life assurance, flexitime and more.