Senior/Principal Wireless Systems Design Engineer

Cw (cambridge Wireless Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic leader in the 5G and AI space is seeking skilled Senior/Principal Wireless Systems Design Engineers in Reading, UK. You will drive R&D for 5G/6G technologies, optimizing algorithms and engaging in network testing and integration. Ideal candidates have a Ph.D. or Master's with at least 3 years of relevant experience. The role offers opportunities for growth, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years related experience, less considered.
• Hands-on experience in design, development, testing, and standardization.
• R&D project development experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• R&D in 5G/6G TN and NTN radio access networks.
• Design and optimize signal processing algorithms.
• Develop mobile intelligent systems including MAC/RRM/SON algorithms.
• Participate in system integration and performance testing.

Skills

Radio communications theory

Digital signal processing

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Education

Ph.D. or Master's degree in Electronic Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Vicinity Technologies Limited, a dynamic leader in the UK’s 5G and AI landscape, is seeking highly skilled Senior/Principal Wireless Systems Design Engineers to spearhead our cutting-edge wireless communication projects. As a key contributor, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of 5G, 6G and NTN technologies.

Job Responsibilities

• R&D in 5G/6G TN and NTN radio access network and user terminals software and intelligent application software.
• Design and optimize 5G and AI signal processing algorithms for communications systems, physical layer software and protocol stack software.
• Develop cutting-edge 5G/6G mobile intelligent systems including, MAC/RRM/SON algorithms, system level simulation and theoretical analysis, and Research and development on wireless standard technologies.
• Participate in 5G end-to-end system integration, interoperability testing, verifications, performance testing and tuning on 5G/6G base stations and user terminals, network deployment and field trials.

Requirements

• Ph.D. holder or Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or relevant disciplines with minimum 3 years of related experiences. Candidate with less experiences may also be considered.
• Solid knowledge of radio communications theory and digital signal processing. Background in cellular communication systems across PHY, MAC, and RF is preferred.
• Programming/scripting skills in MATLAB, Python, C/C++ is preferred.
• Proven track record with innovative problem solving and hands‑on experience in design, development, testing, and standardization will be an advantage.
• R&D project development experience is preferred.
• A team player with good analytical and communication skills.

Why Join Us

• Play a key role in shaping the future of connectivity in the UK, as we build and deploy the next generation of 5G networks.
• Enjoy ample opportunities for professional development and advancement within a rapidly growing company.
• Benefit from a competitive salary, performance‑based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

About Vicinity

Founded in 2023, Vicinity develops and deploys advanced base stations, NTN solutions, software‑defined terminal solutions and private networks, with global trials already underway. We collaborate with silicon providers, operators, integrators and top research institutes, pushing past 5G into what is next.

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Be part of building what’s next — lead the R&D that defines tomorrow’s networks.