Xaar PLC

Location: Huntingdon and Cambridge (Waterbeach) Inkjet Innovator. Trusted Partner. Sustainable Future. Xaar is here to create a world where you can print anything you can imagine. Xaar has defined 5 values which are vital to our business; each represents an area of essential importance to us. Their existence is intended to guide difficult decisions and shape behaviour. Creative - we push the boundaries of what's possible Collaborative - everyone is a partner; we help each other freely and willingly Innovative - we always strive to constantly improve Integrity - we deliver on our promises Passion - we care about our technology, our products, our partners and each other Purpose of Role The primary purpose of this role is to lead the development and optimisation of waveforms in response to demanding customer applications, ensuring high quality preparation, printing, measurement, and interpretation of test samples. The role provides expert analysis, guides technical decision making, and delivers advanced outputs across customer, R&D, and production programmes in line with project objectives. Reporting Relationships Reports to: Team Lead - Application Development Line management responsibility: None Key Accountabilities Prepare suitable application test protocols that additionally target application risks within project and customer objectives Independently schedule, prepare, print, and measure test samples using qualified processes to industry standards Safely validate, optimise and operate print development and measurement equipment with minimal supervision. Provide contextualised clear and accurate recordings, analysis, and presentation of data to guide application improvements Guide improved test method, tooling, and documentation implementation. Identify issues and elevate project risks appropriately, providing supporting evidence and countermeasures. Mentor junior staff in equipment operation and workflow best practices. Ensure that emerging capability gaps are identified and covered. Design and refine robust test methods that enhance reproducibility and decision quality Coordinate cross functional technical problem solving to maintain programme momentum Guide technical decision making in complex or ambiguous application scenarios Provide expert interpretation of waveform, print, and measurement data to influence project outcomes Deliver high quality outputs consistently under increased workload and technical complexity Mentor staff and shape team capability Recognise and elevate project risks with evidence based countermeasures. Key Internal Relationships Application Development Research and Development Team Leads Field Applications Project Managers Commercial Teams Person Specification Excellent inter functional communication and interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration. Proactive team contributor and motivator Evidence based critical thinker, capable of interpreting complex systems and data interdependencies. Strong experimental planning and accurate analytical skills Robust prioritisation and organising skills, adaptable to ambiguous and fast changing environments. Excellent time planning and delivery reliability, managing technical complexity effectively. Proficient in analysing and presenting data in multiple formats, producing clear, contextual insights for decision making. Experience of STEM education to at least degree level in a relevant field, or equivalent inkjet vocational experience (Essential) Strong multi disciplinary communication skills (Essential) Proficient in MS Office Suite with some programming/scripting language knowledge, ideally Python (Essential) Significant experience in inkjet application development, including independent optimisation and validation of waveform-ink-print interactions, advanced print development and measurement, and producing contextualised interpretation of test data (Essential) Demonstrated ability to improve methods, tooling, and documentation; resolve complex technical issues; and support programme delivery through cross functional collaboration (Essential) Experience mentoring technicians and junior developers (Essential) Emerging capability in shaping acceptance criteria, enhancing workflow reproducibility, and understanding system level interdependencies (Essential)

A leading UK technology company is seeking a Strategic Applications Development Manager to identify, develop, and commercialize new market opportunities. This role involves leading cross-functional teams and engaging with customers to validate applications. The ideal candidate has a strong background in project management and negotiation skills and is comfortable working in hybrid and global environments. Experience in new product introduction is essential. Regular travel may be required.

Strategic Applications Development Manager Job Title: Strategic Applications Development Manager Department: R&D Location:Hybrid between Waterbeach, Cambridge and Huntingdon Inkjet Innovator. Trusted Partner. Sustainable Future. Xaar is here to create a world where you can print anything you can imagine. Xaar has defined 5 values which are vital to our business; each represents an area of essential importance to us. Their existence is intended to guide difficult decisions and shape behaviour. Creative - we push the boundaries of what's possible Collaborative - everyone is a partner; we help each other freely and willingly Innovative - we always strive to constantly improve Integrity - we deliver on our promises Passion - we care about our technology, our products, our partners and each other Purpose of Role The Strategic Applications Development Manageris responsible foridentifying, developing, and commercialising new market and application opportunities that align with the company's technology and product roadmap. This role sits at the intersection of product management, business development, and technical project leadership. Working across a1-3 yearstrategic planning horizon, the role focuses on discovering high-value market opportunities,validatingthem with strategic customers, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver commerciallyviablesolutions. Oncevalidated, these solutions will beproductised and transitioned into the core business development and sales pipeline. The role requires a commercially minded technical leader capable of managing complex customer engagements, negotiating commercial terms, and driving new application development from concept through to market adoption. Key Accountabilities Market & Application Development Identifyand evaluatenew market and application opportunitiesaligned with the company's strategic technology roadmap. Leadmarket and application qualification, assessing commercial viability, technical feasibility, and strategic fit. Identifyemerging customer needs and unmet market requirementsthat can be addressed through new applications or product developments. Develop atargeted, strategic approach to market developmentaligned with product and technology roadmaps. Solution Development & Product Alignment Translate market requirements into technical solutions, product developments, or feature enhancements in collaboration with product and engineering teams. Work closely with product management and development teams to align application needs with future product capabilities. Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring emerging applications are integrated into product development plans. Customer Validation & Field Implementation Engage with strategic and halo customers to validate new applications and solutions in real-world environments. Lead field implementation and evaluation programs to demonstrate technical performance and commercial value. Capture and translate customer feedback into product and application improvements. Strategic Project Leadership Cross-functionally projectmanagestrategic new application initiatives from concept through validation and early deployment. Coordinate internal teams across engineering, product management, marketing, and sales to deliver project outcomes. Manage timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder alignment for complex application development initiatives. Commercial & Contractual Management Leadcommercial negotiations and contract discussionsfor new strategic opportunities and development projects. Develop and manage Statements of Work (SOWs)for customer-funded development or collaborative projects. Structure agreements that balancetechnical development, commercial risk, and long-term business opportunity. Productisation & Business Handover Drive theproductisationof validated solutions, ensuring they are scalable, documented, and ready for broader market adoption. Transition mature application opportunities tocore business development and sales teamsfor ongoing commercial growth. Stakeholder Engagement The Strategic Applications Development Manager will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Key Internal Relationships: Director of Product and Applications; Head of Product Management; Head of Strategic Marketing; Director of Sales; Director of Product Development; CTO; CEO Knowledge,experienceand qualifications: Demonstrated success inidentifying, and commercialising new market opportunities. Experience managingcross-functional technical projectsfrom concept through delivery. Experience withcustomer-funded development projectsand managing development partnerships. Strong background innew product introduction (NPI)processes. Experience negotiatingcommercial agreements, contracts, and statements of work. Skills & behaviours: Strongstrategic thinking and market analysis capabilities. Ability totranslate market needs into technical and product requirements. Excellentstakeholder management and executive communication skills. Strongcommercial acumen and negotiation ability. Comfortable working inambiguous early-stage opportunity environments. Ability tooperateeffectively acrosstechnical, commercial, and executive domains. Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong drive tocreate new growth opportunities. Highly collaborative, with the ability tolead across functions without direct authority. Comfortable presenting tosenior leadership and board-level stakeholders. Adaptable and capable of operating inglobal, customer-facing environments. Additional Requirements Willingness to undertakeregular global travelto support strategic customer engagement and application development. Ability to workacross both Huntingdon andWaterbeachlocations, with a hybrid working model.

A leading inkjet technology company in the UK is seeking a Quality Control Specialist to oversee the execution of quality control strategies. This role involves conducting audits, collaborating with production teams, and communicating quality issues to senior management. The ideal candidate has experience in high-tech manufacturing, a strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Opportunities for growth and learning within the company are abundant.

Location: Huntingdon with some travel to Cambridge as required Department: Operations Inkjet Innovator. Trusted Partner. Sustainable Future. Xaar is here to create a world where you can print anything you can imagine. Xaar has defined 5 values which are vital to our business; each represents an area of essential importance to us. Their existence is intended to guide difficult decisions and shape behaviour. Creative - we push the boundaries of what's possible Collaborative - everyone is a partner; we help each other freely and willingly Innovative - we always strive to constantly improve Integrity - we deliver on our promises Passion - we care about our technology, our products, our partners and each other Purpose of Role To provide front line oversight and execution of Quick Response Quality Control (QRQC) strategy and to support business wide quality improvements Reporting Relationships: Operations Quality Manager Key Accountabilities: Executing QRQC audits & inspections to identify product quality improvement opportunities Working with Production / Process Engineering teams to implement containment and corrective actions Actively inputting into Tier 1 / 2 briefings and providing product quality feedback Support operations teams with problem solving and 8D investigations Highlighting product quality issues and escalating to correct level with appropriate tool Communicating quality issues to both the shop floor and to senior management Supporting implementation of effective containment actions Driving relevant people / departments to determine root causes of problems and effective corrective / preventative actions Provide training to production teams on quality processes Building and maintaining trust and good rapport with key stakeholder whilst simultaneously helping to drive accountability Key Internal Relationships: Production operators, Production Supervisors and Team Leaders, Quality Engineers, Supplier Quality engineers, Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering, Facilities Engineering Person Specification: Focussed with strong attention to detail Determined to improve products & process Desire and drive to improve themselves A positive outlook and active willingness to learn Willingness to actively challenge others and drive accountability Strong written and verbal communication skills with appreciation of active listening Experience of; High-value, high-tech manufacturing Handling / Processing of sensitive electronics Detailed product inspection against documented standards Use of microscopic inspection equipment Delivering communications to groups / teams MS Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word) Deployment and use of problem solving methodologies Understanding of Inkjet printing (desirable)

Xaar PLC in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled technical expert to lead the development and optimization of waveforms for inkjet applications. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing test protocols, conducting tests, and guiding junior staff. A STEM degree or equivalent experience in inkjet application development is essential. Proficiency in programming (ideally Python) and MS Office is also required. The position values collaboration and critical thinking in a fast-paced technical environment.