Senior RF & High-Speed Validation Engineer - Automation

Bluestream People; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in satellite communications technology is seeking a Snr Validation Engineer in the United Kingdom. The successful candidate will validate advanced chipsets and high-speed analog IPs, develop test automation using Python and C/C++, and work closely with engineering teams to ensure product quality across next-generation satcom systems. This role requires a degree in Electronic/Computer Engineering and strong RF/communications theory knowledge, along with excellent debugging and automation skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronic/Computer Engineering.
• Experience in chip/system testing (telecoms or satellite).
• Strong RF/communications theory knowledge.
• Hands‑on with lab test equipment.
• Excellent debugging and automation skills.
• Self‑motivated team player with strong problem‑solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Validate chipsets, analog IPs, and high-speed communication blocks.
• Develop and own test plans and automation (Python, C/C++).
• Debug, analyse and resolve validation issues.
• Operate RF/high-speed test equipment.
• Contribute to continuous integration and data analysis.

Skills

Debugging skills

Automation (Python, C/C++)

RF/communications theory knowledge

Problem-solving ability

Education

Degree in Electronic/Computer Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

VNAs

BERT

Scopes

Job description

A global leader in satellite communications technology is seeking a Snr Validation Engineer in the United Kingdom. The successful candidate will validate advanced chipsets and high-speed analog IPs, develop test automation using Python and C/C++, and work closely with engineering teams to ensure product quality across next-generation satcom systems. This role requires a degree in Electronic/Computer Engineering and strong RF/communications theory knowledge, along with excellent debugging and automation skills.