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Motive · 3 months ago

Senior Wireless LTE & Modem Connectivity Engineer

Hybrid - Austin, Texas

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Motive empowers physical operations with tools for safety, productivity, and profitability. As a Senior Wireless LTE & Modem Connectivity Engineer, you will lead the design and development of LTE and modem connectivity features, mentor team members, and collaborate across teams to define connectivity solutions.

Computer Software

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design, and development of LTE-M, NB-IoT, and 5G features for embedded platforms

Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor, guiding team members on best practices for wireless development, modem firmware updates (FOTA), and debugging network registration and data session activation

Collaborate with product, hardware, and mobile teams to define end-to-end connectivity requirements and solutions, including SIM/eSIM management and device provisioning

Debug, optimize, and validate wireless protocols and firmware across multi-core embedded systems and mobile OS environments, with a focus on power consumption and data throughput

Design and implement automated testing frameworks for LTE certification (e.g., PTCRB, GCF) and interoperability testing

Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, such as 3GPP specifications, low-power wide-area networks (LPWAN), and cellular V2X, ensuring Motive products remain cutting-edge

Qualification

Wireless LTE expertiseEmbedded systems developmentC/C++ programming5G connectivityMobile frameworksModem firmware updatesNetwork protocolsReal-time operating systemsTechnical leadershipMentoringCollaborationProblem-solving

Required

7+ years of experience in wireless connectivity or embedded software development, with significant focus on Wireless LTE, 5G, and modem connectivity

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Strong programming experience in C/C++ for embedded systems, and Java/Kotlin/Swift for mobile platforms

Deep expertise in LTE/5G stacks, protocols (IP, UDP, TCP), and performance optimization, including QoS parameters

Experience with embedded systems and real-time operating systems (RTOS)

Hands-on experience with iOS and Android APIs related to modem and LTE connectivity (e.g., TelephonyManager, CellularGateway, NetworkExtension frameworks)

Understanding of wireless coexistence challenges and mitigation strategies (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)

Familiarity with network simulation tools and RF lab equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, network emulators)

Benefits

Health, pharmacy, optical and dental care benefits

Paid time off

Sick time off

Short term and long term disability coverage

Life insurance

401k contribution

Company

Motive

Glassdoor4.0

Motive empowers the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer, more productive, and more profitable.

Founded in 2013

San Francisco, California, US

1001-5000 employees

http://gomotive.com

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