Jobs in Cambridge

Technical Leader, Embedded Software and Electronics

Lead the strategic direction of embedded software and electronics projects for clients, translating complex technical challenges into defensible business value. Advise on firmware and hardware architecture, guide commercial roadmaps, and shape long-term innovation partnerships across energy, industry, and healthcare sectors. Focus on early-stage innovation, intelligent systems, and edge computing to deliver world-first technologies.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom US$180,000 – US$210,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Principal AI & Algorithms Engineer (Defence & Security)

This role involves leading the design and implementation of advanced algorithms for intelligent systems in defence and security contexts, with a focus on machine learning, AI, and sensor processing. The engineer will act as a technical authority, shaping project direction, mentoring teams, and contributing to client-facing proposals and sales efforts. Work includes hands-on development, technical architecture, and advancing internal capabilities through research and innovation.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Agentic Systems Engineer (Digital Services)

The role involves designing and building novel agentic systems that combine AI reasoning, real-time human interaction, and multi-modal sensing to solve complex, real-world problems in domains like biotech and robotics. You'll develop layered architectures with persistent memory, stateful reasoning, and agent orchestration, moving rapidly from prototype to production. The work emphasizes engineering rigor, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and deploying scalable, observable cloud systems.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior AI & Algorithms Engineer (Defence & Security)

This role involves leading the development of advanced AI and machine learning systems for defence and security applications, including signal processing, edge AI, and information processing with transformers. The engineer will deliver data-driven solutions, mentor junior staff, and contribute to client-facing technical proposals and demonstrators. Work includes translating research into deployable systems, with a strong emphasis on technical ownership and innovation in high-stakes domains.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Chief Financial Officer

CAMBRIDGE CONSULTANTS GROUP | THE DEEP TECH POWERHOUSE OF CAPGEMINIStrategic MandateThe Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will lead the finance function for Cambridge Consultants Group across its UK, US, Singapore, and Japan entities, and will be a key member of the...

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

Associate Director, Telecommunications Business Development

This role involves leading business development efforts in the telecommunications sector, focusing on building client relationships, identifying sales opportunities, and driving innovation through technology solutions. The individual will work closely with senior executives and cross-functional teams to develop and close high-value, complex technical deals. Key areas of focus include 5G/6G, AI, non-terrestrial networks, and custom radio technologies, with an emphasis on creating disruptive, client-driven propositions.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Defence & National Security RF Communications Lead

This role involves leading the design and development of custom RF communication systems for defence and national security applications, including low-power, long-range, and software-defined radio solutions. The individual will act as a technical expert, guiding projects from concept through to deployment while collaborating closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Key focus areas include radio system design, propagation, and protocol development, with frequent UK travel and client engagement required.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Drug Delivery Business Developer

This role involves driving business development in the drug delivery sector by building strategic relationships with pharmaceutical and biotech clients. The individual will collaborate with technical teams to shape and sell innovative medical device development projects, from concept to production, focusing on inhalers, injectors, and connected delivery systems. The position requires a strong grasp of technical and commercial challenges in global drug delivery markets.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Electronics / Software Engineer

This role involves designing and implementing embedded systems across diverse domains such as robotics, defence, and consumer products. You'll work on hardware and software development, including C programming, FPGA design, PCB design, and system integration, within multidisciplinary teams solving high-impact technical challenges. The position emphasizes innovation, client interaction, and continuous learning in a fast-paced consultancy environment.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Graduate Cloud Software Engineer (2026 start)

Design and build scalable, secure cloud-based systems and AI services for diverse clients, often creating novel solutions with emerging technologies. Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to deliver end-to-end digital services across multiple industries. Work across the full development lifecycle, from specification to deployment, in an environment that encourages continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Graduate Electronics & Software Engineer (2026 start)

Work on multidisciplinary engineering projects across consumer, industrial, and defence sectors, designing embedded systems, writing firmware in C or SystemVerilog, and developing hardware for innovative products. Engage in full project lifecycles from requirements to handover, with mentorship to grow technical and systems design expertise. Projects include robotics, AI-driven security solutions, and collaborative product development with major clients.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Graduate Electronic Systems Engineer (2026 start)

Design and develop electronic systems across diverse domains including aerospace, defence, and consumer devices, with hands-on involvement in hardware design, FPGA development, PCB layout, and lab-based testing. Work in multidisciplinary teams on cutting-edge projects such as secure satellite communications and 5G antenna systems, gaining exposure to embedded software and system-level integration. Benefit from structured mentoring and real-world client engagement from day one.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

IT Service Desk Team Lead

Lead and develop a small Service Desk team while remaining hands-on with incident resolution and service improvements. Guide operational workflows, mentor team members, and act as a key escalation point across a global technology consultancy. Focus on service quality, user experience, and continuous improvement within a collaborative IT environment.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Mechanical Systems Engineer

Design and develop innovative mechanical systems for cutting-edge products across diverse industries such as green energy, healthcare, and robotics. Break down complex systems, lead technical teams, and guide solutions from concept through to production. Work spans automation, fluidics, and challenging environments, with a focus on original, test-validated hardware solutions.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Physicist – Photonics & Optics

This role involves tackling diverse technical challenges in optical physics and applied science, with a focus on designing and developing photonic integrated circuits for applications in defence, healthcare, and energy. The physicist will work hands-on in the lab and on desk-based analysis, contributing to innovative projects such as sensing chips, imaging systems, and miniaturised photonic devices. Collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and rapid learning of new domains are central to the role.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required