Jobs in London - Lead Hardware Engineer • Central London

Company: X4 Technology

Central London

We’re partnering with a next-generation wearables startup based in London that’s redefining how technology integrates with clothing.The company specialises in subtle, lightweight wearables — technology so seamlessly embedded you wouldn’t know it’s there. With a successful product already in the market, they’re now entering their second iteration of hardware and embedded systems as they scale.They’re looking to hire a full-time Lead Hardware Engineer, with a clear pathway to CTO within 12 months for the right individual. The RoleLead hardware development across wearable and sensor-based productsOwn embedded electronics, PCB design, and firmware developmentIntegrate sensors for wearable applicationsSupport regulatory and certification processes Technical EnvironmentEmbedded systems: ESP (current), moving toward Rockwell chipsPCB tools: Altium Designer, EasyPCWireless: Bluetooth Classic (ESP), Wi-Fi Team & SetupSmall, fast-moving team (8 people)Majority onsite, with on-demand hybrid flexibilityLondon-based office Compensation & Progression£70k+ base salary + meaningful equityCTO compensation expected to rise closer to £100k (targeting Q4)Significant influence over product and technical direction