Wireless System Engineer

SoloPoint Solutions; Belmont (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Principal Engineer for Wireless Location Algorithms in Belmont, CA. The role focuses on advanced signal processing and developing algorithms for accurate wireless positioning without GPS. Ideal candidates will have a robust background in electrical engineering with expertise in wireless technologies.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• PhD or Masters in Electrical Engineering is essential.
• Strong understanding of wireless systems and IEEE 802.11 standards.
• Expertise in signal processing and algorithm development.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative algorithms for wireless positioning.
• Build models to simulate wireless environments and test algorithms.
• Analyze location accuracy and system performance issues.

Skills

Expertise in key wireless technologies

Understanding of wireless systems and protocols

Background in communication theory and DSP

Python

NumPy

Education

PhD or Masters in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

C++

Job description

This range is provided by SoloPoint Solutions. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Principal Engineer (Wireless Location Algorithm)- role for one of our clients, a wireless services company, this is a full time role located in Belmont, CA.

They’ve developed a platform that can locate devices in real time using wireless signals — no GPS needed. That means it works indoors, underground, or anywhere GPS fails. The role will be all about signal processing and advanced algorithms. It’s a small, sharp team where your work directly shapes the tech.

If you’re someone who enjoys solving hard signal problems, this would hit the mark!

Qualifications:

• PhD or Masters in Electrical Engineer
• Expertise in the characteristics and nuances of key wireless technologies used for positioning, primarily in WiFi Technology
• Strong understanding of wireless systems and protocols (IEEE 802.11 standards)
• Strong background in communication theory and digital signal processing (DSP): Understanding concepts like modulation, coding, channel estimation, filtering, and signal detection
• Understanding of TDoA (Time Difference of Arrival) and related location techniques.
• Python and NumPy
• Knowledge of RF hardware

Responsibilities:

• Creating innovative algorithms for wireless positioning, often using techniques like trilateration, triangulation, sensor fusion (combining data from different sensors like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, UWB, GPS, IMUs), and probabilistic methods (e.g., particle filters).
• Build custom test fixtures to benchmark system and components
• Building and using computer models (often in MATLAB, Python, or C++) to simulate wireless environments and test the performance of their algorithms under various conditions
• Prototype improvements to existing location estimation techniques and adapt them to new industry standards
• Analyzing and resolving issues related to location accuracy and system performance in complex wireless environments

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Manufacturing and Engineering Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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