Sr. RF Hardware Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Create RF subsystem architectures and design, develop, and test RF circuits, modules, and antennas through all phases of the development process
• Review board-level schematics and PCB layouts of RF circuits and system-level integration, including link budget and simulation-based analysis
• Bring up RF subsystems and enable product teams to develop next-generation products and new product proofs of concept
• Characterize and validate board-level and system-level RF performance, margins, and sensitivities in the lab
• Perform root-cause analysis for field failures and drive design changes and corrective actions
• Stay abreast of the latest wireless technologies including 4G/5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GNSS, UWB, and satellite
• Work closely with product teams and JDM partners to design, validate, certify, and manufacture high-quality products at scale
• Mentor other engineers in RF best practices, design reviews, and lab methodology

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional industry experience in RF circuit and module development
• Proficiency in board-level schematic design and PCB layout of RF circuits
• Hands-on experience with 4G/5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GNSS, UWB, or satellite communications in shipping products
• Proficiency with RF simulation tools such as CST or ADS
• Experience with EDA tools such as Altium or Cadence
• Experience using RF lab instruments including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in RF Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with antenna simulation and design
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC design and mitigation techniques
• Experience setting up and scaling RF labs for hardware development and failure analysis
• Experience with product compliance and certification including FCC, PTCRB, CTIA, or ETSI

Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary
• Equity (RSU) grants
• Performance-based bonus/variable pay
• Flexible, employee-led remote model
• Professional development stipend
• Comprehensive health and parental leave plans

About the Company

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, a platform that enables organizations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. We help improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of the physical operations that power the global economy.