Senior Research Engineer

RXinsider LTD.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive benefits

Performance bonus

Job summary

Zebra Technologies is seeking a Senior Research Engineer to drive invention and innovation in our Priority markets from Morris Plains, NJ. You will develop new technologies, lead experiments, and translate breakthroughs into strategic growth opportunities.

The role emphasizes collaboration, patent process involvement, and practical prototyping. You will work onsite Monday through Friday, contribute to cross-functional teams, and help shape advanced sensor and wireless solutions for real-world

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develops 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.
• Develop R&D experimental design, trials, testing and recommendations to support stakeholders and growth
• Communicate invention disclosure process and engage with legal for patent filings, identify Trade Secrets opportunities
• Maintain organized workspace and identify equipment or capability required for job execution

Skills

R&D experience

Wireless systems

Microcontrollers/SoCs

C/C++ programming

Firmware development

Education

Bachelor's degree (or higher)

Master's degree

Tools

Circuit design tools

Firmware tooling

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 customers’ 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 (Mon-Fri)

• Develops 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
• Communicating 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, Mechanical Engineering, Control Engineering, Systems Engineering, or experience in a related field
• Experience in wireless systems/protocols (BLE, WiFi, RFID, NFC, UWB, etc)
• Experience with microcontrollers and SoCs embedded processors

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience in circuit systematics- layout design and prototyping
• Experience and familiar with programming languages; C, C++, Python and Firmware coding
• Experience designing and developing prototypes and testing them for functionality
• Smart sensor development-integration consumer experience
• Capable of troubleshooting complex systems
• Experience in systems integration (e.g., ensuring the cohesive operation of complex systems, bridging gaps between hardware, software, and network components and external services to design and implement innovative solutions)
• Independent, Self-Starter, Curious, Problem Solver, Analytical, Collaborative, Detail oriented, Adaptable
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Location- ***Role is required to be onsite in Morris Plains, NJ office (Mon-Fri)

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.

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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.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

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.

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