RF Radar Engineer

NOVELIC; Madrid, Gerona; Hybrid; EUR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work options

Private health insurance

Job summary

NOVELIC, a leading provider of mmWave radar systems and perception solutions, seeks a hands-on RF-focused engineer to drive radar performance from simulation to validation. You will execute RF measurements, automate analysis with Python, and collaborate with EE and DSP teams on breakthrough features.

Join a growing, hybrid-working team with a strong portfolio in automotive and industrial radar, and contribute to shaping the platform backlog through rigorous testing and integration.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python for scripting and automation.
• Basic understanding of signal processing techniques (e.g., DoA estimation).
• Familiarity with electromagnetic simulation tools (CST, HFSS).
• Solid foundation in RF systems: signal propagation, antenna behaviour, modulation.
• Experience with RF lab equipment (VNA, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, mixers).

Responsibilities

• Perform antenna and system-level RF simulations to evaluate beamforming and propagation characteristics.
• Execute radar module measurements in lab and anechoic chamber.
• Support radar calibration during development, integration, and validation phases.
• Develop scripts to automate measurement, postprocessing, and data analysis workflows.
• Validate RF simulations against real-world test results and feedback to backlog.
• Collaborate across system, EE, and DSP teams to optimize radar sensing stack.
• Participate in Program Squads for feature delivery or performance improvement.

Skills

Python scripting

Signal processing

Electromagnetic tools

RF systems

RF lab equipment

Tools

CST

HFSS

Job description

Drive radar performance from simulation to validation. You'll execute critical RF measurements, automate analysis, and collaborate with hardware and DSP teams to ship breakthrough features.

NOVELIC is the world's premier provider of mmWave radar systems, perception solutions, end-to-end embedded systems, power electronics, and semiconductor solutions for the automotive and industrial sectors.

Founded in 2013, NOVELIC has built up a strong portfolio of IPs and patents relating to mmWave radar and vision-based perception, and has since shipped tailored solutions for leading automotive and industrial companies in all regions.

Since 2023, NOVELIC has been part of Sona Comstar Group, an Indian Tier 1 automotive company, paving the way towards NOVELIC establishing itself as a supplier of ADAS solutions for the Indian market.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform antenna and system-level RF simulations (CST or equivalent) to evaluate beamforming, signal radiation, and propagation characteristics
• Execute radar module measurements in lab and anechoic chamber (e.g., S-parameters, gain, beam patterns)
• Support radar calibration during development, integration, and validation phases
• Develop scripts (primarily in Python) to automate measurement, postprocessing, and data analysis workflows
• Validate RF simulations against real-world test results and contribute feedback to the platform backlog
• Collaborate across system, EE, and DSP teams to optimize the radar sensing stack
• Participate in Program Squads for feature delivery or performance improvement activities

YOUR PROFILE:

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Python for scripting and automation
• Basic understanding of signal processing techniques (e.g., DoA estimation)
• Familiarity with electromagnetic simulation tools (CST, HFSS)
• Solid foundation in RF systems: signal propagation, antenna behaviour, modulation
• Experience with RF lab equipment (VNA, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, mixers)

Mindset & Behaviours

• Hands-On and Curious: Learns by building, measuring, and iterating
• System Thinker: Sees impact of RF components on broader radar performance
• Ownership Mentality: Takes initiative from concept to implementation
• Cross-Disciplinary Communicator: Effectively engages with EE, DSP, and System Engineering
• Resilient and Quality-Focused: Pursues first-time-right delivery and continuous improvement

Desired Experience:

• 2+ years of RF testing, measurement, or simulation in the radar or telecom domain
• Exposure to radar module design and validation preferred

WE OFFER:

• Opportunity to work on challenging projects in a dynamic, growing company
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work options
• Competitive salary with private health insurance