Senior 5G PHY Software Engineer – Embedded Systems

Espace; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Espace is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in 5G Physical Layer to enhance IoT solutions from space. You will design and optimize algorithms for 5G systems while collaborating with teams across Europe, India, and the U.S. The role requires a strong background in embedded C/C++, 5G NR PHY specifications, and real-time software constraints.

This full-time position is based in Saratoga, offering a target base pay of $150,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical/Communications Engineering or equivalent.
• Significant professional experience as an embedded C and C/C++ software engineer.
• Experience with Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) and satellite communications.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize 5G PHY algorithms.
• Integrate 5G PHY software with RF hardware.
• Design software within strict real-time constraints and low-latency requirements.

Skills

Embedded C/C++ software engineering

5G NR PHY knowledge

MATLAB

Python

Real-time embedded software constraints

Problem-solving skills

RF impairments understanding

Education

Master of Science/Engineering in Electrical/Communications Engineering

Tools

SDR platforms

SoC architectures

Job description

Espace is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in 5G Physical Layer to enhance IoT solutions from space. You will design and optimize algorithms for 5G systems while collaborating with teams across Europe, India, and the U.S. The role requires a strong background in embedded C/C++, 5G NR PHY specifications, and real-time software constraints.

This full-time position is based in Saratoga, offering a target base pay of $150,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience.