High-Speed RF & Signal Integrity Engineer (PhD)

Oriole; Paignton; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Oriole seeks a PhD-level RF / High-Speed Electronics Engineer to bridge theory, simulation, and measurements. You will work at the intersection of RF engineering, signal integrity, and electro-optics to develop high-frequency systems interfacing with photonic components operating at multi-tens of GHz and beyond.

The role emphasizes first-principles thinking, rigorous experimentation, and collaboration with photonics and systems teams to deliver calibrated measurements and practical insights for

Qualifications

• PhD in a closely related field and strong electromagnetics background.
• Deep knowledge of RF/microwave engineering and high-frequency circuit theory.
• Experience with full-wave 3D EM solvers and SI/PI concepts.
• Hands-on RF measurement experience with VNAs and spectrum analysers.
• Programming for modelling and data analysis (Python, MATLAB).
• Ability to translate theory into measurements and results.

Responsibilities

• Design high-speed interconnects and transceivers (drivers, TIAs, front-end).
• Develop 3D EM models and analytical theories; validate with data.
• Plan and execute calibrated RF measurements using >50 GHz instrumentation.
• Co-design electronics with photonics for integrated switches and transceivers.
• Support schematic reviews, lab debugging, and performance optimisation.
• Analyse data and automate lab workflows with Python or MATLAB.
• Communicate results clearly across multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

RF design

Signal integrity

Electro-optics

Measurement science

Python / MATLAB

Lab automation

Data analysis

First principles thinking

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, Photonics

Tools

HFSS

CST

VNA

Cadence

PADS

MATLAB

Python

Verilog/VHDL

Job description

Oriole seeks a PhD-level RF / High-Speed Electronics Engineer to bridge theory, simulation, and measurements. You will work at the intersection of RF engineering, signal integrity, and electro-optics to develop high-frequency systems interfacing with photonic components operating at multi-tens of GHz and beyond.

The role emphasizes first-principles thinking, rigorous experimentation, and collaboration with photonics and systems teams to deliver calibrated measurements and practical insights for