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AI is growing faster than any technology in history and the explosion in demand has created a massive infrastructure gap; we can no longer build chips or power stations fast enough to keep up. The industry is still leaning on a ten-year-old hardware blueprint that has reached its limit. A new paradigm that is faster and more efficient will be the biggest economic opportunity of the next century and create the most important company of the next decade. OLIX is building this next paradigm; the Optical Tensor Processing Unit (OTPU) achieves performance and energy efficiency that is impossible to match from existing chips.
The Role:You will lead and scale Olix's Embedded Engineering team, responsible for the core systems that connect our optical hardware to the real world - from post-silicon validation and baseboard management to thermal and analog control. You’ll define technical strategy, drive execution, and help build one of the most technically ambitious teams in the industry.
Key Responsibilities:Lead and grow a high-performing embedded engineering team in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.
Own delivery of complex, cross-functional projects across optics, hardware, and software that drive customer and business outcomes.
Shape the engineering strategy and architecture, aligning embedded systems development with Olix's broader product roadmap and technical vision.
Build organisational capacity by hiring exceptional engineers, mentoring emerging leaders, and establishing scalable processes.
Drive quality and reliability across post-silicon validation, control systems, and firmware development.
Partner cross-functionally with optics, hardware, and software teams to bring the OTPU to market.
In order to set you up for success as an Engineer Manager at Olix, we’re looking for the following skills and experience:
Have 5+ years of experience managing engineering teams of 5-10 in a high-performance, fast-paced environment. Experienced in hyper-scaling and managing managers preferred.
Proven experience leading post-silicon validation, baseboard management controllers, and thermal/analogue control systems in C/C++.
Strong track record of leading world-class teams and delivering customer and business outcomes.
Thrive in ambiguity and can adapt quickly to rapidly changing conditions.
Have experience closing competitive candidates for your team, and the ability to craft and convey compelling visions of the future
Have a strong coaching mindset and excel at guiding engineers to reach their peak potential.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive Salary: £171,000+, commensurate with your experience, skills, and location.
Equity & Ownership: Meaningful stock options. You’re not just joining the mission; you’re owning a piece of it.
Proximity Bonus: We value your time. To minimise your commute and maximise your life, we offer a £24k annual Living-Local Bonus if your residence is within 20 minutes of the office.
Health & Wellbeing
Premium Healthcare: Comprehensive BUPA medical and dental cover, including Medical History Disregarded (MHD), for complete peace of mind.
Time Off: 25 days of annual leave, plus all UK bank holidays.
The Workspace & Tech
Elite Hardware: M4 Macs come as standard, with M4 Pro upgrades for our engineering team. We will provide whatever you need to do your best work.
Optimal Environment: High-spec noise-cancelling headphones and a fully ergonomic workstation designed for deep focus.
Rapid Prototyping: Access to our high-performance 3D printing lab for work, experimentation, and personal creative projects.
Life at the Office
Chef-prepared meals: if you need to work late.
Caffeine on Us: We’ve got you covered with a tab at our favourite local coffee shop.
Relocation & Global Mobility
Visa Sponsorship: We hire the best in the world. We offer full UK and international visa sponsorship.
Seamless Relocation: Whether you’re moving across the country or across the globe, our dedicated relocation partner provides funding and concierge support to get you settled.
