Principal Wireless SoC Architect

OLM Consultants; Neuenburg; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

OLM Consultants is seeking a Principal Low-Power Wireless SoC Architect to lead the design of ultra-low-power wireless platforms across IoT, automotive, industrial, medical and consumer applications. This role demands a 15+ year track record in wireless SoC/RF CMOS design and collaboration with RF, analog, digital and embedded software teams.

You will shape technology roadmaps, guide architecture decisions, and drive products from concept through silicon validation and production in a global

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 15+ years of wireless SoC and RF CMOS design experience.
• Proven track record of bringing low-power wireless SoCs into production.
• Experience with BLE and advanced semiconductor nodes (22nm or below).

Responsibilities

• Define overall system architecture for next-generation wireless SoCs.
• Make critical design decisions to optimize power, performance and cost.
• Collaborate with RF, analog, digital and embedded software engineers.
• Lead products from concept through silicon validation and production.

Skills

Semiconductor architecture

Low-power design

Wireless SoC

RF CMOS design

BLE experience

System-level design

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing cost optimization

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

22nm process

Job description

Help Us Shape the Future of Ultra-Low-Power Wireless Technology

Join a global leader in semiconductor innovation and help define the next generation of low-power wireless System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions. We're looking for an exceptional Principal Low-Power Wireless SoC Architect to lead the design of cutting-edge wireless platforms powering IoT, automotive, industrial, medical and consumer applications. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced semiconductor architect with 15+ years of wireless SoC and RF CMOS design experience who wants to influence products from concept through high-volume production. Working alongside world-class RF, analog, digital and embedded software engineers, you'll drive system-level architecture, shape future technology roadmaps, and deliver innovative ultra-low-power semiconductor solutions used worldwide.

What You'll Do

As the technical authority for next-generation wireless SoCs, you'll define the overall system architecture and make critical design decisions that optimize power consumption, performance and manufacturing cost. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to guide products from concept through silicon validation and production while helping shape future product roadmaps and technology strategy.

What We're Looking For

You hold a Master's or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering and bring 15+ years of experience in wireless SoC and RF CMOS design.

You have a proven track record of bringing low-power wireless SoCs into production and possess deep expertise in wireless architectures, RF integration and system-level design. You enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, influencing technical direction and collaborating across international teams.

Experience with Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE), advanced semiconductor process nodes (22nm or below), ultra-low-voltage design, or automotive and medical semiconductor standards would be considered a strong advantage.

Why Join Us?

You'll play a key role in developing technologies used in millions of connected devices worldwide while working for an internationally recognised semiconductor company known for its expertise in ultra-low-power integrated circuits. You'll collaborate with leading experts, tackle challenging technical problems, and enjoy genuine opportunities for long-term career progression within a global organisation.

Additional Information

• Permanent full-time position
• Monday to Friday working schedule
• Individual contributor role (no people management)
• Excellent long-term career development opportunities
• Limited salary flexibility for exceptional candidates
• Candidates must already have the legal right to work in Switzerland (Swiss or EU/EFTA passport). Work permit sponsorship is not available.

Languages

• English: Fluent (required)
• French: An advantage, but not required

Skills: semiconductor,architecture,design,soc,platforms,level design,low voltage,automotive,cmos,circuits,wireless