Staff Engineer, RF Systems

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What You’ll Do

Samsung Semiconductor, Inc.is looking for a talented and motivated location systems engineer. Candidate will work as part of the Connectivity Location team responsible for system/algorithm design, modeling/implementation and product performance optimization of cutting-edge location IP that powers some of the top brands in mobile and wearable markets.

Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our San Jose Headquarters  3-5  days per week with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time 

• Analyze RF system performance and debug RF related issue
• Analyze product and 3GPP radio systems requirements to develop RFFE and RFIC specifications
• Analyze and develop, along with modem systems, algorithms for RF calibration, impairments compensation, and enhancement techniques
• Support radio system lab testing of key RF KPIs and validation of key RF/Modem systems IP in the RFIC/SoC
• Support engagement with key OEMs in providing RF systems expertise to validate requirements and sustain development with radio chipset in production or for next generation platform
• Support RF SW team to facilitate implementation of RF device drivers and control software for RFIC and RF Front -End components
• Define comprehensive RF parametric HW characterization and validation test plans to ensure GNSS products conform to industry standards
• Define sophisticated experiments using modified hardware, experimental setups, circuit and system-level simulations to understand risks and root causes
• Debugging, root-causing and collaborating on corrective action for identified RF issues working with chipset and system partners
• Collaborating in optimizing GNSS performance across hardware, firmware, software and algorithms
• Design test campaigns, characterize and optimize chip performance through lab and field tests.
• Must be open for occasional international travel (up to ~2 trips a year).

What You Bring

• Bachelors with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or Masters with 8+ years or PhD with 5+ years in Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, Physics or related field
• Proficiency in GNSS transceiver, RF front-end architectures and performance tradeoffs
• Proficiency in system-level RF parametric its sources in RF component characteristics and behavior
• Hands-on system-level debug and optimization experience on RF conducted characteristics
• Experience with test set-ups of sophisticated RF test equipment for hardware validation
• Experience in characterizing and validating devices towards industry RF standards using RF lab test equipment (power meter, network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc.)
• Understanding in two or more topics in GNSS receiver systems/algorithms such as KF, sensor fusion, VDR, PDR, RTK, INS etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Data analysis, visualization and triage experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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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$108,000—$218,300 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.
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