Senior Research Engineer

Zebra Technologies; Morris Plains (NJ); Hybrid; USD 96,800 - 145,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Wellbeing programs

Parental leave

Job summary

Zebra Technologies in Morris Plains, NJ is seeking a Senior Research Engineer to drive innovation and develop technologies. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with extensive experience in R&D and electrical engineering, especially in wireless systems. The position is hybrid, requiring at least 3 days in the office weekly. The pay range is $96,800 to $145,200 annually, with a potential 10% performance-based incentive. Benefits include flexible hours and a comprehensive rewards program.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in related engineering fields or a master's degree with 5+ years.
• Experience in wireless systems like BLE, WiFi, RFID.
• Proven experience in circuit systematics and layout design.

Responsibilities

• Develop experiments to demonstrate feasibility and summarize results.
• Provide recommendations on trials and testing requirements.
• Communicate with the legal team for patent filings.

Skills

Research and Development (R&D) experience

Electrical Engineering technology

Experience in wireless systems/protocols

Experience with microcontrollers

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years or master’s with 5+ years

Tools

C programming

C++ programming

Python programming

Firmware coding

Job description

Overview

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We’re Looking For

As a Senior Research Engineer you will drive invention and innovation. Deliver and shape differentiated offerings for company’s Priority markets. Develop new technologies and platforms and translate into new strategic growth opportunities. Highlight promising ways to reposition the business through disruptive breakthroughs.

Location

Role is required to be onsite in Morris Plains, NJ office (Hybrid - Minimum of 3 days in the office per week).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop scoping experiments to demonstrate idea feasibility, summarize results and provide rationale for next steps
• Develop appropriate experimentation and formulations, trials, testing and characterization requirements, analyses, and other tasks to support project needs. Provide recommendations for next steps
• Develop appropriate R&D experimental design, trials, testing, recommendations to support other BU stakeholders and contribute to overall business improvements and growth
• Communicate the invention disclosure submission process and engage appropriately with legal team for patent filings. Recommend and identify developments better captured as Trade Secrets
• Maintain an organized and tidy workspace to promote efficiency and a safe environment. Identify and recommend specific equipment or capability required for job execution. Embrace and promote a diverse and inclusive culture

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 10+ years of experience OR a master’s degree with 5+ years of experience.
• Research and Development (R&D) experience
• Electrical Engineering technology, electronics engineering, electrical engineer, or a related engineering field experience
• Experience in wireless systems/protocols (BLE, WiFi, RFID, UWB, etc)
• Experience with microcontrollers and SoCs embedded processors

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience in circuit systematics - layout design and prototyping
• Background in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical engineering
• Experience and familiar with programming languages; C, C++, Python and Firmware coding
• Testing and development experience
• Sensor development-integration consumer experience
• Independent, Self–Starter, Curious, Problem Solver, Analytical, Collaborative
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at [e-mail].

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at [e-mail].

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Pay Range

$96,800.00 - $145,200.00 Annual

Incentive Compensation

In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance‑based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 10% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Zebra Total Rewards

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Benefits

We understand the importance of work‑life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well‑being day to promote revitalization and success.

Job Posting Statement

To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e‑mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.

AI Technology Statement

Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job‑relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people.