Staff Engineer, PHY Systems

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Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future. 

We believe 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

Do you want to be part of world class team with flexibility of a startup? Are you able to incubate new ideas and drive them to closure in the physical layer? As a Staff Wireless PHY Standards Architect, you will be responsible for driving and designing the next generation of physical layer for wireless technologies.

You will get to influence the standards process by participating in the meetings, making technical contributions, and driving company strategic interests. In addition, you will be responsible for creating new PHY layer IPs and developing innovative proprietary cross-layer algorithms for new and emerging applications. You will also actively work with internal teams to keep them apprised of the development and direction of the standards; help them define features, requirements, and architectures, generate new ideas and features, develop and debug product performance in all environments.

You will collaborate with cross functional teams across the world to develop state-of-the-art wireless products.

Location: San Jose, CA. This is a Hybrid role, working onsite at our San Jose headquarters at least 3 days per week with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time depending on job requirement.

Job ID: 42061

Travel: with an average of 10-20% travel per month

What You Bring

• Bachelor's with 10+ years or Master's with 8+ years or Ph.D. with 5+ years of relevant industry experience.  
• PHY design and development from the concept to production; requires extensive characterization on the structure of PHY
• Proven track record of participation and technical leadership in wireless standardization organization, such as IEEE 802.11 (Wi-Fi ) or similar technology
• Familiarity with UWB is additional advantage
  In-depth knowledge on wireless communication signal processing, physical layer systems, architectures, protocols and algorithms
• Strong familiarity with wireless communication techniques, such as SU/MU-MIMO, OFDM, OFDMA, beamforming, FEC, etc.
  Knowledge of PHY algorithms, and interface with RF
• C/C++ and MATLAB coding
• Network simulators, such as ns2, ns3 or Opnet
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with PHY modem architecture, algorithms, and hardware design is a plus
• Experience with PHY/MAC cross-layer algorithm design is a plus
• Ability to present complex technical concepts in a clear and organized manner
• Have a strong and proven leadership ability is a plus
• Self-motivated and passionate to solve problems in innovative ways
• Some amount of travel for standards meetings is expected
• 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.

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.

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