Engineering Lead – Software Defined Radio, RF Systems

Jobtailor

Massachusetts

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced RF Systems Engineer to own product evaluation and bring-up across SDR and transceiver platforms. You will drive products from silicon bring-up through manufacturing release and customer deployment, lead RF, mixed-signal, and embedded software verification, and partner with cross-functional teams to define product strategies.

The role requires 7+ years in wireless systems, proficiency in Python/MATLAB/LabVIEW and C/C++, and deep knowledge of

Qualifications

7+ years of experience developing, validating, or bringing complex wireless communication systems to market.
Demonstrated success leading technical programs, projects, or engineering teams within RF, wireless, or mixed-signal environments.
Strong expertise in Software Defined Radio, RF systems, transceivers, ADCs, DACs, and mixed-signal architectures.
Hands-on experience with RF test and measurement equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.
Deep understanding of RF performance metrics including EVM, noise figure, phase noise, spurious performance, linearity, and S-parameters.
Experience working across hardware, software, and systems engineering disciplines.
Experience with embedded software verification and ARM-based systems.

Responsibilities

Own product evaluation, characterization, and validation activities for SDR and transceiver platforms
Drive products from initial silicon bring-up through manufacturing release and customer deployment
Lead RF, mixed-signal, and embedded software verification initiatives
Partner with IC design, software, applications, test engineering, systems, and marketing teams to define and execute product strategies
Present technical findings and recommendations to engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

Skills

RF Systems Expertise

Software Defined Radio

Embedded Software Verification

Technical Program Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

Python

MATLAB

LabVIEW

C/C++

Job description

Own product evaluation, characterization, and validation activities for SDR and transceiver platforms
Drive products from initial silicon bring-up through manufacturing release and customer deployment
Lead RF, mixed-signal, and embedded software verification initiatives
Partner with IC design, software, applications, test engineering, systems, and marketing teams to define and execute product strategies
Serve as technical focal point for complex product issues, customer escalations, and performance optimization
Mentor and develop junior engineers and foster engineering best practices
Influence platform architectures, validation methodologies, and automation strategies
Debug and analyze complex RF and mixed-signal systems
Perform RF measurements including EVM, noise figure, phase noise, linearity, spurious analysis, and S-parameter characterization
Validate DSP, embedded software, analog, and digital functionality within integrated radio platforms
Present technical findings and recommendations to engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
Develop automated validation and characterization solutions
Improve test efficiency, measurement accuracy, and product quality through automation
Help define laboratory strategies, equipment investments, and validation frameworks

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline
7+ years of experience developing, validating, or bringing complex wireless communication systems to market
Demonstrated success leading technical programs, projects, or engineering teams within RF, wireless, or mixed-signal environments
Strong expertise in Software Defined Radio, RF systems, transceivers, ADCs, DACs, and mixed-signal architectures
Hands-on experience with RF test and measurement equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and signal generators
Deep understanding of RF performance metrics including EVM, noise figure, phase noise, spurious performance, linearity, and S-parameters
Experience working across hardware, software, and systems engineering disciplines
Strong communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills
Experience leading engineers, projects, or technical workstreams within a product development environment
Experience with embedded software verification and ARM-based systems
Background in cellular, satellite communications, aerospace/defense, broadband, wireless infrastructure, or communications systems
Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, C/C++, or C#
Experience collaborating with firmware and DSP teams to define and validate advanced signal processing algorithms
Applicants may be subject to export licensing review; U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, and protected individuals are exempt from that review

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in RF systems, Software Defined Radio, and mixed-signal architectures, with a strong focus on product validation and characterization. Proven ability to lead technical programs and mentor engineers while driving automation and improving product quality.

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