Systems Engineer, WLAN Modem

Description
Millions of people experience Synaptics every day. Our technology impacts how people see, hear, touch, and engage with a wide range of IoT applications -- at home, at work, in the car or on the go.
We solve complex challenges alongside the most influential companies in the industry, using the most advanced algorithms in areas such as machine learning, biometrics, and video processing, combined with world class software and silicon development.
Overview
Synaptics is looking for an adaptable, enthusiastic, and reliable Staff Systems Engineer to form an integral part of our Bluetooth systems design team. You will work closely with the RF systems and MAC systems and software teams. The team plays a pivotal role in developing complex PHY algorithms design, implementation and bring-up of the chips for BT. Working within our team provides a unique opportunity to work across the engineering disciplines from algorithm design and to hardware implementation of the algorithms. This position reports to the Director, R&D.
Responsibilities & Competencies
Job Duties

• Responsible for Bluetooth PHY baseband algorithm development and system integration
• Working with RF/CHIP/SW team in validating and optimizing overall system performance
• Participate in the design and development of High Data Transmission (HDT) and Bluetooth Higher Band (HB) IPs.
• Work on the silicon bring-up and productization of existing Bluetooth IPs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful integration and deployment of Bluetooth solutions
  
  
  

Competencies

• Solid background in communication theory and signal processing
• Experience working in wireless communication physical layers such as Bluetooth, Wireless LAN, Thread/Zigbee, UWB, etc.
• Proactive, self-starter, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Well organized with strong attention to detail; proactively ensures work is accurate
• Positive attitude and work ethic; unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideas
• Resourceful and able to solve problems through adapting technology and a solid understanding of product architecture
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong team player with the ability to work within a diverse team
  

Qualifications (Requirements)

• Bachelors degree in Communication Engineering or related field or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience working on systems engineering in modem design
• Experience in modem design in any wireless standard like WiFi/BT/LTE/5G
• Hands-on experience with chip bring-up, performance tuning and optimization of calibration algorithms
• Demonstrated experience partnering with colleagues and team members to optimize solutions and plan development, testing, and maintenance work
• No travel required
  

Belief in Diversity
Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.