RF Software Engineer

The Wireless R&D group is focused on developing a Test Base Station (TBS) for verification of QCT mobile chipset functionality. We are seeking an RF software engineer for an exciting opportunity to collaborate in the implementation and verification of complex wireless systems. The successful candidate will be part of a diverse, experienced team working on the latest in wireless standards with a focus on state-of-the-art radio technologies for 5G network infrastructure.

Tasks performed by RF software engineers on the TBS team include:  

·      Collaborate to design, document, and deliver a high performance RF solution  

·         Understanding RF performance requirements and device specifications, and translating systems requirements into efficient software implementations 

·         Develop sophisticated multi-threaded RF control application software written in modern Python3 

·         Presenting design reviews to diverse cross disciplinary teams  

·         Supporting the commercialization of new RF hardware and features  

The ideal candidate would have:  

·         Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science 

·         1+ years demonstrated experience with Python3 programming language 

·         Experience in Object Oriented software design/development 

·         Knowledge of multi-threading programming and associated OS concepts 

·         Experience with device drivers and hardware components (data sheets, schematics) 

·         Familiarity with basic operation of radio components including DACs, ADCs, Mixers, Filters, PLLs, and LNAs 

·         Familiarity with design for test and design for scale concepts 

·         Comfortable working hands-on and communicating amongst a multi-discipline team 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

•    Leverages Wireless WAN Modem Software knowledge to design, standardize, implement, verify, validate, and commercialize Wireless WAN (or cellular) air interface and modem technologies.

•    Designs, optimizes, and implements software for wireless systems and modems. 

•    Collaborates with team members to develop high quality and high capability air interface and modems with high performance (e.g., capacity, coverage, throughput, latency, power consumption) and acceptable cost.

•    Designs software for components and identifies potential tradeoffs 

•    Develops unit test environment and test cases to test/verify code for a specific component and assists with the integration of software into a platform or product. 

•    Writes detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions for projects to guide users to implement output.

Level of Responsibility:  
•    Works under supervision.    
•    Decision-making may affect work beyond immediate work group.
•    Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information. May require basic negotiation, influence, tact, etc.
•    Has a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions.
•    Tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.