Senior Engineer, L1 and PHY Cellular Engineering

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We believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.

 

What You’ll Do

Samsung SOC R&D Lab is looking for Cellular Engineers to join the team to help commercialize the world-class cellular modem software in San Jose or San Diego.

This exciting start-up environment is looking for engineers with passion, innovation, and energy for the cellular world.

Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our San Diego, CA office 3 days a week, with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time.  

Job ID: 41524

• Commercialization of Samsung Exynos modem in North American market.
• Understanding of North American Cellular carrier requirements.
• Analyze Field/Equipment new feature logs and debugging of 5G/4G technologies.
• Participate in new feature development and debugging for North American carrier requirements.
• Manage onsite customer support and work to resolve possible escalated issue.
• Working with off-shore team to debug and analyze new feature logs.
• Work closely with global protocol team to resolve North America customer issues found in lab/field/IOT/carrier test.
• Take ownership in development of commercial modem software.

What You Bring

• Bachelors with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, or Masters with 3+ years or PhD with 0 years in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field preferred.
• Good understanding of 3GPP 5G/4G systems.
• Strong understanding of 5G-NR/4G Layer 1 specifications.
• Knowledge of physical layer channels and procedures.
• Ability to analyze difficult L1 problems, debug and fix issues related to throughput, measurements, and DRX.
• Good Programming language (C/C++) coding experience.
• Ability to take ownership and bring innovations in development of commercial modem software.
• Excellent understanding of Mobile protocol stack from Layer 1 (Physical Layer).
• Good understand functionality related to Layer 2 (MAC/RLC/PDCP) and Layer 3 (RRC).
• Good understanding with HW abstraction Layer / DSP.
• Good understanding of Telephony and protocol stack services.
• Good understanding of Android platform and services.
• Work on (R&S/ANITE/ANRITSU/SPIRENT) box for Layer 1 test.
• You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people. 
• An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding. 
• You’re collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches. 
• Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.
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What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance. 

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

Base Pay Range$82,096—$188,800 USD

Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You’ll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and an errand service.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid therapy sessions, you’ll have support no matter where you are.
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