Senior Application and Systems Engineer - Automotive UWB Radar

NXP Semiconductors; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors is seeking a radar systems engineer to develop reference solutions and PoCs for innovative UWB radar use cases in the automotive and industrial sectors.

The role involves designing, implementing, and validating advanced radar algorithms and prototypes, collaborating with system architects, product engineers, and cross-functional teams to drive new automotive UWB applications and market adoption.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering with radar, signal processing and ML expertise.
• Proficient in programming languages including C/C++, Python, and MATLAB, with hands‑on experience in RTOS system and algorithm development.
• Solid understanding of signal processing and communication systems, including modulation schemes, angle of arrival estimation, and beamforming techniques.
• Solid background in connectivity, RF, mm Wave Radar or UWB or similar wireless technologies
• Knowledge of semiconductor and Automotive markets is an advantage
• Strong analytical skills, system thinking, and problem‑solving mindset
• Proven ability to structure complex problem‑solving processes
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)

Responsibilities

• Drive the development of reference solutions and proof-of-concepts for innovative UWB radar use cases (e.g., parking assistance, seat belt reminder, occupant monitoring, and beyond)
• Design, implement, and validate advanced radar algorithms, simulations, and prototypes for next-generation UWB applications
• Work closely with system architects and product engineers to provide high-quality technical support, while driving the definition and realization of new automotive UWB use cases
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, FAE, and Product Engineering teams to support new product introductions and accelerate market adoption
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, collecting requirements and identifying opportunities in Automotive and Industrial UWB applications
• Develop and deliver technical documentation, system-level support materials, and training content, contributing to knowledge sharing and customer enablement

Skills

Radar engineering

Signal processing

Machine learning

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

RTOS development

Beamforming

Angle of arrival

UWB/mmWave

Automotive markets

Education

Master’s or PhD degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering

Tools

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

RTOS

Job description

Responsibility

• Drive the development of reference solutions and proof-of-concepts for innovative UWB radar use cases (e.g., parking assistance, seat belt reminder, occupant monitoring, and beyond)
• Design, implement, and validate advanced radar algorithms, simulations, and prototypes for next-generation UWB applications
• Work closely with system architects and product engineers to provide high-quality technical support, while driving the definition and realization of new automotive UWB use cases
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, FAE, and Product Engineering teams to support new product introductions and accelerate market adoption
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, collecting requirements and identifying opportunities in Automotive and Industrial UWB applications
• Develop and deliver technical documentation, system-level support materials, and training content, contributing to knowledge sharing and customer enablement

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, with a strong expertise in radar engineering, signal processing and machine learning
• Proficient in programming languages including C/C++, Python, and MATLAB, with hands‑on experience in RTOS system and algorithm development
• Solid understanding of signal processing and communication systems, including modulation schemes, angle of arrival estimation, and beamforming techniques.
• Solid background in connectivity, RF, mm Wave Radar or UWB or similar wireless technologies
• Knowledge of semiconductor and Automotive markets is an advantage
• Strong analytical skills, system thinking, and problem‑solving mindset
• Proven ability to structure complex problem‑solving processes
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)