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# Head of Software | Embedded, FPGA & AI/ML Leadership

- **Company:** Plextek
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Embedded Software, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Machine Learning Operations
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815040277-head-of-software--embedded-fpga--aiml-leadership

## About the Role

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Head of Software to lead a multidisciplinary software department. The successful candidate will manage a talented team across embedded software and AI/ML projects, ensuring quality delivery and fostering continuous improvement. Ideal applicants will have experience in technical leadership, team management, and client relationship building. The firm offers a stimulating work environment with opportunities for career development in a supportive setting.
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## Description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Head of Software to lead a multidisciplinary software department. The successful candidate will manage a talented team across embedded software and AI/ML projects, ensuring quality delivery and fostering continuous improvement. Ideal applicants will have experience in technical leadership, team management, and client relationship building. The firm offers a stimulating work environment with opportunities for career development in a supportive setting.


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