Lead UWB Solutions Engineer — RF, Localization & Security

Allegion Canada Inc.

Indianapolis (IN)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) with 6% company match

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Job summary

Allegion is seeking a Senior Lead Engineer for UWB Solutions to drive strategy and execution within a diverse hardware and firmware team. You will guide RF, localization, and secure communication initiatives in a global safety-focused context.

This role blends technical leadership with hands-on system design across hardware, firmware, and sensors. The position requires 10+ years in wireless/RF, strong leadership, and familiarity with standards like IEEE 802.15.4z.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
10+ years' experience in wireless/RF technology development, with a strong background in UWB, radar, and/or secure communication systems.
Proven leadership experience in leading high-performing technical teams.
Expertise in RF hardware design, signal processing, embedded firmware and systems, and security protocols.
Experience with regulatory compliance, standards development, and industry engagement (e.g., FCC, IEEE, CSA, FiRa).

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Contribute to the development and execution of the vision, strategy, and roadmap for Allegion's UWB technology program in alignment with business objectives.
Team Building & Talent Development: Influence a multidisciplinary team of hardware and firmware engineers, algorithm developers, RF specialists, and security experts; implement ongoing training programs.
Technical Oversight: Guide the design and implementation of UWB hardware and firmware, antenna systems, low-power architectures, and secure communication protocols.
Algorithm Innovation: Oversee the development of advanced localization, intent detection, and sensor fusion algorithms; manage formal projects for custom tool creation.
Data Management & Analysis: Establish robust data collection frameworks and pipelines to capture, process, and analyze sensor data from the field; leverage insights to optimize algorithm performance and validate system accuracy.
Standards & Compliance: Ensure deep expertise in UWB standards (e.g., IEEE 802.15.4z), regulatory requirements, and industry best practices; engage with standards bodies and consortia.
Testing & Validation: Establish rigorous testing frameworks, including automated and real-world test environments; drive security, beta, and use-case validation initiatives.
Infrastructure Development: Lead the design and operation of a UWB lab, equipped for antenna simulation, power analysis, security testing, and automated validation.
Continuous Improvement: Create knowledge-sharing platforms, feedback loops, and industry monitoring programs to ensure continuous innovation and alignment with market trends.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and business units to ensure UWB solutions address real-world challenges and deliver customer value.