Systems Engineer

manpowe; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 109,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Vision plan

Weekly pay

Dependent Care FSA

Job summary

manpowe seeks a Cellular Systems Engineer in Foster City, CA to analyze device and service performance for connectivity systems in autonomous vehicles. You will work with field teams to identify root causes and implement improvements using Qualcomm and Samsung tools.

The role requires deep 4G-LTE/5G-NR knowledge, TCP/IP familiarity, and at least 3–5 years of experience with modem-level debugging. A collaborative, proactive problem-solver is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Expert-level knowledge of 4G-LTE and 5G-NR air interfaces, including PHY, MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC, and NAS layers.
• Familiarity with IEEE 802.11 protocols and TCP/IP networking.
• Hands-on experience with modem-level chipset tools such as Qualcomm QXDM/QCAT and Samsung ShannonDM, along with Wireshark.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex live network performance issues, including mobility management and interference analysis, with 3-5+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with field deployment teams to analyze device and service performance attributes across connectivity systems.
• Develop programmatic tools to identify root causes of throughput drops, handover failures, and connectivity instabilities using chipset logs from Qualcomm and Samsung.
• Create automation solutions to process large-scale data efficiently, facilitating rapid troubleshooting and system improvements.
• Interpret KPIs and recommend system reconfigurations or architectural adjustments to enhance quality of service.
• Collaborate with system architecture and engineering teams to design and prototype connectivity solutions within 4G-LTE, 5G NR, WiFi, and GPS domains to meet autonomous driving requirements.

Skills

4G-LTE expertise

5G-NR expertise

Modem tools (QXDM/QCAT)

Wireshark

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering / Telecommunications

Tools

Qualcomm QXDM/QCAT

Samsung ShannonDM

Job description

$79.0/hourly Posted 5 days ago Temporary Less than 10 applies

Foster City, CA 94404

Our client, a leading innovator in autonomous vehicle technology, is seeking a Cellular Systems Engineer to join their team. As a Cellular Systems Engineer, you will be part of the Connectivity Optimization Department supporting cross-functional engineering teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, proactive problem-solving, and excellent collaboration abilities, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title

Cellular Systems Engineer

Location

Foster City, CA

Pay Range

$79/hour + Benefits

What's the Job?

• Work closely with field deployment teams to analyze device and service performance attributes across connectivity systems.
• Develop programmatic tools to identify root causes of throughput drops, handover failures, and connectivity instabilities using chipset logs from Qualcomm and Samsung.
• Create automation solutions to process large-scale data efficiently, facilitating rapid troubleshooting and system improvements.
• Interpret key performance indicators (KPIs) and recommend system reconfigurations or architectural adjustments to enhance quality of service.
• Collaborate with system architecture and engineering teams to design and prototype connectivity solutions within 4G-LTE, 5G NR, WiFi, and GPS domains to meet autonomous driving requirements.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Expert-level knowledge of 4G-LTE and 5G-NR air interfaces, including PHY, MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC, and NAS layers.
• Familiarity with IEEE 802.11 protocols and TCP/IP networking.
• Hands-on experience with modem-level chipset tools such as Qualcomm QXDM/QCAT and Samsung ShannonDM, along with Wireshark.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex live network performance issues, including mobility management and interference analysis, with 3-5+ years of relevant experience.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work at the forefront of autonomous vehicle technology and connectivity systems.
• Collaborate with a passionate, innovative team dedicated to transforming urban mobility.
• Engage in challenging projects that foster professional growth and technical mastery.
• Be part of a dynamic organization committed to inclusion and diversity.
• Enjoy a supportive environment that values your expertise and contributions.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• Weekly Pay

$79.0/hourly Posted 5 days ago Temporary Less than 10 applies