Principal Engineer-Communication Systems

About the Role

We are seeking a Communications Systems Design Engineer with a strong background in communication theory and signal processing. The successful candidate will join our Wireless Systems Group in Irvine and, as a senior member of the team, will be responsible for the systems design and implementation of physical layer algorithms for low power Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Sub-GHz wireless products. You will work with a cross-functional global team in a collaborative environment and thrive on complex technical challenges while being personally motivated to provide the best solutions to challenging problems.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with RF/Analog, Digital, Validation, and Software teams for bringing-up, testing, and troubleshooting of test chips and SoCs.
• Simulate communication systems and participate in digital block design.
• Participate in RFIP design regarding block specs & controls.
• Design and simulate the physical layer of wireless communication systems.
• Develop system models for performance evaluation, optimization, and to guide design trade-offs.
• Work with the RF/Analog design team to develop module specifications.
• Work with the digital design team to implement algorithms and digital modules.
• Work with RF/Analog, digital, and validation teams to bring-up, test, and troubleshoot test chips and SoCs.
• Document and develop design and test plans.
• Bring up communication systems in the lab.
• Test and debug communication systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience in wireless PHY systems design and implementation.
• Strong background in signal processing and communication theory.
• Experience in MATLAB, C/C++, and fixed-point/cycle-true programming and simulation.
• Experience in Modem and digital front-end blocks design.
• Experience in IC design, RFIC calibration, and testing.
• Experience in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth PHY layer standard is a great advantage.
• A team player; able to identify and resolve technical and schedule issues with team members. Team management skills would be an advantage.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical materials effectively and produce good quality engineering documentation.

Travel

0% - 25%

Physical Requirements

• 80% Sitting
• 10% Walking
• 10% Standing
• Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, Talking
• Works Alone and Works Around Others

Pay

The annual base salary range for this position is $75,000-$232,000. Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills, and experience. We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry, consisting of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments.

Benefits

• Health benefits beginning day one.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Industry-leading ESPP program with a 2-year look-back feature.