Full-time

Lead R&D Engineer

Posted by Best Selection • Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

📍 Guildford, Surrey 🕒 March 03, 2026

About the Role

Lead R&D Engineer

This is a lead R&D Engineer role focused on early-stage concept development, system innovation, and proof-of-concept prototyping for next-generation optical and digital imaging systems.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future product strategy by transforming emerging technologies into validated system concepts that progress toward market-ready solutions. This role requires creativity, technical versatility, and a hands-on approach to prototype development.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the creation of innovative concepts for next-generation optical and digital imaging systems.

* Drive system-level thinking to support group technology and product strategy.

* Design, build, and test mock-ups and breadboard prototypes to validate early-stage concepts.

* Conduct competitive analysis and technology benchmarking to inform innovation.

* Identify and integrate emerging technologies into future ...

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