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Technical Product Lead - Connected Devices
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Technical Product Lead - Connected Devices
ABOUT THIS ROLE
We are developing a connected version of an established hair‑care product, and this role will lead the definition and delivery of the full connected experience across device, firmware, and mobile app.
As the technical product lead (TPL), you will set the technical direction, define the system architecture, and ensure that the connected features deliver meaningful value to consumers.
You will work closely with embedded engineers, mobile developers, UX designers, and product stakeholders to translate user needs into a coherent, high‑quality connected experience.
Operating in a fast‑moving, high‑uncertainty environment, you will guide the team through iterative development, resolve technical trade‑offs, and maintain alignment across disciplines. This role combines hands‑on technical leadership with product‑level decision‑making to bring an innovative connected product from concept to launch.
This position is a 12-month fixed term contract.
LOCATION
This role will be based in our R&D Facility in Cambridge.
JOB ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Own the end-to-end connected product experience across device, firmware, mobile app, and user journey Define the feature set and interaction model enabled by Bluetooth connectivity Lead system architecture decisions (device vs. app responsibilities, data flow, constraints) Translate user needs into clear, actionable technical requirements Drive usability, reliability, and real‑world performance across the connected ecosystem Guide cross‑functional delivery from concept through launch Coach and mentor engineering team members on ways of working, communication, and agile practices Champion consumer‑centric design, ensuring technical decisions support the intended user experience Break down technical complexity into iterative builds that validate assumptions and reduce risk
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REQUIREMENTS
Essential: Proven experience delivering connected consumer products (IoT / BLE) Strong understanding of embedded systems and mobile application development Ability to operate across engineering, product, UX, and commercial teams Experience defining product features, not just implementing them Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary technical teams
Desirable: Experience in personal care / beauty tech Familiarity with BLE ecosystems and constraints Background in both start-up and scaled environments
Key Skills: System architecture thinking (device ↔ app split) BLE understanding (conceptual + practical) Product judgement (what’s worth building) UX awareness (especially onboarding/pairing flows) Cross-functional leadership (this is the core skill) Ability to challenge engineers without micromanaging
WHO ARE WE?
Iconic British brand ghd is a global leader in high end professional hair styling tools and the UK’s number one recommended styling brand. Loved by stylists and consumers, loved by press, and loved by the people that work for the brand!
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Merging science and innovation, with luxury beauty and style; ghd combines cutting edge technologies and beautiful designs to create the most technically advanced hair tools in the world.
Developed by leading scientists and engineers in the dedicated ghd R&D laboratories in Cambridge, ghd tools deliver “safer for hair” heat styling that have become an essential part of the daily lives of professional hair stylists and consumers globally.
Renowned for game changing innovation and superior performance, at ghd we are on a mission to transform lives with the power of a good hair day!
VALUES
We at ghd are proudly committed to our Company Values and aim to attract and retain employees who live our Values.
Collaborative – We work together to create the extraordinary. Creative – We foster creativity & excellence to create value for our brands and business. Courageous – We are agile, entrepreneurial & we own our future. Connected – We stay connected and ensure we are always consumer first. Committed – We are responsible for our impact on other & the planet.
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