• Analyze complex cellular radio access use cases and specify the required RF hardware control algorithms.
• Develop optimization strategies that maximize RF performance and hardware utilization for demanding scenarios like Multi-SIM.
• Author comprehensive system architecture specifications to guide design, implementation, and validation teams.
• Drive end-to-end system performance by collaborating tightly with baseband, SoC, RF firmware, and RF hardware teams.
• Validate system architectures and algorithms through rigorous simulation and automated requirements analysis.

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with 3+ years of industry experience in RF systems or transceiver architectures.
• Deep understanding of 5G NR and LTE-Advanced physical layer procedures, particularly involving MIMO, SRS, and carrier aggregation.
• Strong working knowledge of RF Front-End architectures and the system-level impact of components like PAs, LNAs, filters, and switches.
• Proven track record of developing control algorithms, state machines, or system-level models for complex hardware.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ for data analysis, system modeling, and algorithm development.
• Ability to critically analyze complex trade-offs, such as routing flexibility versus insertion loss, or throughput versus battery life.
• Strong communication skills with a proven ability to work across diverse, cross-functional teams to solve highly complex, multi-disciplinary problems.

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a focus on advanced cellular communication topics.
• 5+ years of experience in RF systems engineering or 10+ years in communications circuit design.
• Hands-on experience with RF filter technologies, power amplifier characterization, and Front-End module integration.
• Expertise in designing and simulating analog and digital signal processing paths.
• Experience applying Machine Learning or AI techniques to solve system-level optimization problems.
• History of successfully balancing cutting-edge hardware innovation with the practical constraints of high-volume manufacturing.
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