Solutions Architect RF / Wireless

Fidus Systems; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative high-tech design firm is seeking a Solutions Architect to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will work closely with clients to understand their technical needs and architect tailored solutions. Your expertise in RF modeling and system-level design will be crucial as you assess project requirements and develop effective strategies. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing company that values innovation and offers a supportive work environment. Join a team that is at the forefront of technology development in areas such as AI and IoT, and make a significant impact on cutting-edge projects.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Healthy work/life balance

Family-like company culture

Opportunity for travel

Work on cutting-edge technologies

Qualifications

• 7+ years of design experience in RF/Wireless Design.
• Expert knowledge in RF modeling and system-level design.

Responsibilities

• Architect solutions to meet client needs and develop requirements.
• Evaluate solutions and identify risks and mitigation strategies.

Skills

RF modeling

System-level design

Concise communication

Presentation skills

FPGA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Industry-standard RF modeling tools

Job description

Headquartered in Ottawa, with additional design center locations in Waterloo and San Jose, Fidus is a global leader and dynamic high-tech design firm. Fidus specializes in leading-edge electronic product development. Our hardware, software, FPGA, and signal integrity teams innovate, design, and deliver next-generation products for clients in emerging technology markets.

Fidus leads in system, hardware, and embedded software design, providing a technical advantage to our global clients, from tech giants to start-ups. We work on leading edge technologies within High-Speed Communication, High Resolution Video, and High-Performance Computing.

Established in 2001, Fidus successfully completed over 4,000 projects for over 400 customers by serving diverse clientele in industries such as Telecom/Datacom, Aerospace and Defense, Consumer, Semiconductors, Industrial / Automotive Controls, and Medical. Fidus was the 2023 AMD North American Partner of the Year.

We are seeking a Solutions Architect who will play a critical role in understanding technical project requirements for both existing and potential clients. The Solutions Architect will assess whether an opportunity is a good fit, develop solution paths, prepare estimates, and identify risks and mitigation strategies.

A Look into the Solutions Architect Role at Fidus

• Work directly with potential and existing clients to understand their needs and develop their requirements.
• Architect solutions that meet client needs.
• Develop plans, identify risks and mitigation strategies, and estimate work required to deliver solutions.
• Understand and present Fidus' resource capabilities and work approach.
• Discuss, promote, defend, and refine work approaches and estimates as necessary.
• Evaluate solutions to partition programs into logical segments.
• Undertake project work as required.
• Assist in identifying and developing new Fidus products.
• Identify new areas for investment and research & development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• Ideally at least seven (7) years of design experience in a Senior RF/Wireless Designer role.
• System-level design experience, including architectural approaches and tradeoffs.
• Expert knowledge in RF modeling using industry-standard tools.
• In-lab experience verifying and characterizing RF performance.
• Some knowledge of FPGAs.
• Concise communication skills.
• Excellent listening, understanding, and extrapolation skills.
• Professional and personable demeanor.
• Willingness to travel up to 6 weeks per month, primarily within North America.
• Proven experience giving presentations to small-to-medium groups.

Benefits

• Work with a Tier 1 high-tech design house in a rapidly expanding industry, working on technologies like AI, IoT, autonomous vehicles, and more.
• Join an evolving company where your voice can create change.
• Be part of rapid growth with strong projections for 2025.
• Work on cutting-edge technologies and solve complex problems.
• Enjoy a generous benefits package, healthy work/life balance, and a family-like company culture. Fidus was named Kanata North Company of the Year for 2024.