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Samsung Semiconductor · 8 hours ago

Senior Staff Engineer, Cellular RF Systems Architecture

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$181K/yr - $289K/yr

10+ years exp

Samsung Semiconductor is a global leader in technology solutions powering everyday tools like smartphones and IoT devices. They are seeking a Senior Staff Engineer specializing in Cellular RF Systems Architecture to innovate next-generation wireless mobile platform solutions, focusing on RF performance and 6G applications.

Semiconductor

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Hiring Manager

Vu LeDang

Responsibilities

Define next-generation cellular RF-Modem system architecture for emerging 6G applications using system level analysis tools such as: Excel, MATLAB, Python, and/or SystemVue

Collaborate with RFFE partners and RFIC design team to define SOC RF specifications and drive differentiation in the RF transceiver sub-system definition

Collaborate with RF/Modem systems algorithm teams on cellular SOC RF calibration requirements, RF impairments compensation techniques, Tx linearization, Rx self-interference cancellation, Rx automatic gain control (AGC) and related optimizations

Qualification

RF systems engineeringRFIC design5G NR standardsCellular RF architectureDigital Signal ProcessingCommunication systems theoryReceiver AGC designCuriosityTechnical writingPresentation skillsCollaborationCreativity

Required

Bachelors with 15+ years of relevant industry experience, or Masters with 13+ years or PhD with 10+ years in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field preferred

5+ years in RF systems engineering experience, with expertise in ‘RF-to-modem' system architecture design

Ability to co-work and succeed in a multi-functional and multi-national work environment with confidence to present comfortably to technical audiences

In-depth knowledge of 5G NR FR1/FR2/FR3 cellular radio standards and carrier requirements

Experience in RFIC design with a strong understanding of RF systems and a keen interest in the field

Experience in defining cellular receiver architecture for CA-rich applications with various receiver desense mitigation mechanisms considered

Strong knowledge of RF systems design concepts, advanced transceiver architecture, and modem dependent issues

Experience in translating standards or customer's requirements into RF system specifications, RFFE/RFIC architecture implications and platform design optimization

Hands-on experience in RF system lineup modeling and analyzing RF-Modem system KPIs

Hands-on experience in receiver AGC design and optimization

Strong technical writing and presentation skills

Sound knowledge of communication systems theory and digital signal processing principles and applications

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

Preferred

MS in Electrical Engineering, with emphasis on RF circuits and systems, Applied EM, Microwave engineering, Digital Signal Processing, and/or Communication Systems; PhD is preferred

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/401k

Charitable giving match

4+ weeks of paid time off a year

Holidays and sick leave

A stipend for fertility care or adoption

Medical travel support

Virtual vet care for your fur babies

On-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions

Onsite Café and gym

Virtual classes

Flexible environment

Company

Samsung Semiconductor

Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. (SSI) is a multi-billion dollar wide range of industry-leading semiconductor solutions.

Founded in 1974

San Jose, California, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.samsung.com/us/samsungsemiconductor

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