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Ofinno · 4 months ago

IEEE/Wi-Fi Standards Research Engineer

Reston, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

5+ years exp

Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. As an IEEE/Wi-Fi Standards Research Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in advancing Wi-Fi technologies and standards, focusing on researching and optimizing Wi-Fi transmission mechanisms and developing novel algorithms.

Information and Communications Technology (ICT)Internet of ThingsTelecommunicationsWireless

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Research and optimization of advanced Wi-Fi transmission and reception mechanisms

Develop novel enhanced algorithms based on IEEE 802.11, 802.15, and 802.19 protocols

Provide patentable and standardization-oriented solutions for implementation of new features in Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi/Cellular coexistence technologies

Participate in IEEE and other relevant standards bodies to help drive advanced solutions to support Ofinno business priorities

Write and present technical contributions to standards bodies, including IEEE 802

Support the entire patent process from start to end

Interact with and present to clients

Possess expert knowledge of communication theory and IEEE 802 standards related technologies such as wireless local area network (WLAN) Wi-Fi (802.11n/ac/ax/be/bn, 802.11ad/ay), ZigBee, UWB, IEEE 802.15, 802.19 coexistence, V2X, multi-band, MIMO, Wi-Fi based positioning(802.11az), Wi-Fi sensing (802.11bf), cellular systems (e.g., 3GPP standards), or advanced spatial multiplexing mechanisms

Qualification

IEEE standardsWi-Fi standardsWireless communication systemsPhysical/MAC layer protocolsLink-level/system-level simulationCommunication theoryPatent developmentZigbeeUWBMIMONetwork signalingSpectral efficiency

Required

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Ph.D. is strongly preferred

5+ years of experience with IEEE standards

A proven record of successful contributions to IEEE standards and activities

A proven record of developing patents related to wireless communication systems, Wi-Fi standards, IEEE 802.11, or 3GPP standards

Experienced in WLAN/Wi-Fi, cellular systems (e.g., 3GPP standards), or unlicensed spectrum

Experience developing physical/MAC layer protocols/procedures – channel access mechanism (e.g., LBT/FBE), OFDM/OFDMA, MIMO, dual-band operation, channel access mechanisms for mmWave frequencies, multi-beam operation, positioning, power saving techniques

Experience developing use cases and requirements for next generation Wi-Fi, Zigbee, UWB, and wireless personal area network (WPAN) communications

Experience with link-level/system-level simulation/optimization of wireless systems, protocol layer design, and network signaling

Have a theoretical understanding of network performance, queuing analysis, and spectral efficiency

Benefits

401(K) matching – We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that’s available on day one.

Free healthcare plans – Ofinno covers full premiums for you and your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable.

Free food – Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee and tea.

Unlimited Paid Time Off – Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations and personal time, so we offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave.

On-campus gym – Unwind, reduce stress and feel great – even when you’re at work.

Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered.

Company

Ofinno

Ofinno provides technology solutions within wireless technology that includes LTE-advanced, heterogeneous networks, IoT and 5G core.

Founded in 2011

Reston, Virginia, USA

51-200 employees

https://ofinno.com/

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