Senior Principal Engineer (Smart Metering Solutions)

TL;DR

Senior Principal Engineer (Smart Metering Solutions): Leading design and integration of smart water metering and IoT connectivity solutions focusing on LoRaWAN, NB-IoT, cellular, and FlexNet ecosystems. Focus on complex end-to-end system integration, technical leadership, and mentoring within smart utilities engineering.

Location: Hybrid working with 1-2 days onsite in Winchester, Emely Moor, or London, United Kingdom

Salary: £75,000 base plus 10% bonus

Company

hirify.global is the UK’s leader in TV and radio broadcast and smart utilities platform, delivering media and data connectivity nationwide.

What you will do

• Lead technical design and integration for Smart Water AMI end-device connectivity across multiple IoT technologies.
• Own end-to-end systems integration from meter configuration to data delivery into customer platforms.
• Drive technical engagement with suppliers and partners, managing defect triage and integration issue resolution.
• Support proof of concepts, trials, and pilots for new smart water technologies with robust delivery and documentation.
• Provide hands-on engineering support including data analysis and device performance validation.
• Mentor engineers and influence technical direction and priorities.

Requirements

• Proven experience delivering end-to-end smart metering and IoT device integration solutions.
• Expertise in Smart Metering/AMI networks, LoRaWAN, NB-IoT, cellular IoT, and RF communications.
• Experience working with suppliers and third-party technology providers for technical integration.
• Ability to operate as a senior SME across complex system architectures with multiple dependencies.
• Hands-on skills in technical investigation and data analysis in cloud and platform environments.
• Location: Must be able to work hybrid with presence in UK offices (Winchester, Emely Moor, London)

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working culture with commitment to work-life balance.
• Generous pension scheme starting at 6% rising to 10%.
• Unique wellbeing programme supporting overall health.
• Access to multiple learning platforms for individual development.
• Active and diverse networks fostering community and advocacy.
• Comprehensive benefits including discounts, gym memberships, and paid volunteering leave.