A catalyst for change.
Founded in 2017 by Rob Harper — an ex-military communications systems engineer — Rowden began with the realisation that emerging connectivity technologies would dramatically expand the potential of edge operations. Disillusioned by the underperformance of incumbent engineering firms and their narrow cost-plus or subscription-based approaches, Rob saw an opportunity to deliver genuine scalability while allowing enterprises to customise to their needs.
This vision also draws on the UK’s longstanding engineering credibility and Europe’s outstanding university talent, bridging the gap between academic excellence and the need for innovative, real-world solutions.
The name Rowden traces back to a defining moment on 15 February 1645, when two Royalist knights and 500 men demanded surrender at Rowden House - only to be met with musket fire instead. This refusal to yield in the face of vastly larger forces resonates with our spirit as a new entrant in a market dominated by bigger, more established players. Just as Rowden House stood firm, we believe in standing our ground, and holding fast to our principles.
Grounded in real-world impact, we deliver practical and pragmatic solutions to hard problems.
Real-Time Edge Focus
We believe in mission-critical, real-time solutions where conventional IT falls short. With 5G and LEO networks expanding, the far edge becomes a natural arena for improvement. Advancements such as AI and sensing shouldn’t be out of reach, regardless of the distance from a data centre.
Customers and Culture
In a world awash with look-alike platforms and generic solutions, we believe enduring partnerships truly matter. We stay grounded, tackling the unglamorous yet pivotal engineering tasks - “taking out the trash and cleaning the sewers” - to build exactly what’s needed to succeed. Genuine collaboration and dependable service are undervalued, yet essential for mission-critical outcomes.
Hiding Complexity
Complexity should never burden end users, and lengthy training should be a thing of the past. Thoughtful design and rigorous systems engineering ensure advanced solutions remain safe and simple to operate.
Foundational Sectors
Our government and military work is not a steppingstone, and supporting the national resilience of the UK and its allies is non-negotiable. These sectors demand dependable capabilities that shape our expertise as we responsibly expand to serve new customers.
What matters to us
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Our focus is on the end user.
We exist to deliver the best possible outcomes for the users of our systems.
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Pace matters.
The problems we solve are urgent.
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Our diverse skills and backgrounds make us better.
Our team prides itself on being inclusive and multidisciplinary.
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We are radically honest.
Saying what we mean, even when it isn’t easy.
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We are pragmatists.
We provide realistic, focused solutions that get to the point.
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We improve continuously.
We are relentless in our drive to make things better.
Make a difference with Rowden.
We believe that specialised talent consistently outperforms a larger, more generic workforce. Join our dynamic team of experts to deliver high-impact solutions for discerning customers.
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