Senior RF Engineer, Devices

Gridware Technologies

San Francisco, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Antenna, Antenna Design, Assembly Line, Budgeting, Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA), Communication System Design, Computer Firmware, Data Analysis, Electricity, Electromagnetism, FCC (Federal Communications Commission), GPS (Global Positioning System), Laboratory, Low Power, Manufacturing, PCS Type Certification Review Board (PTCRB), Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, RF Circuit Design, Radio Frequency, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Telemetry, Test Automation, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Tools, Wireless Communications
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA
POSTED
1 day ago

About GridwareGridware is a San Francisco-based technology company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the electrical grid. We pioneered a groundbreaking new class of grid management called active grid response (AGR), focused on monitoring the electrical, physical, and environmental aspects of the grid that affect reliability and safety. Gridware's advanced Active Grid Response platform uses high-precision sensors to detect potential issues early, enabling proactive maintenance and fault mitigation. This comprehensive approach helps improve safety, reduce outages, and ensure the grid operates efficiently. The company is backed by climate-tech and Silicon Valley investors. For more information, please visit www.Gridware.io.Role DescriptionWe're looking for a Wireless RF Engineer with broad-based expertise across RF architecture, design, integration, and manufacturing. The ideal candidate combines deep theoretical and practical knowledge in areas such as electromagnetic theory, RF and wireless circuit design, communication systems, and product design trade-offs.You'll leverage electromagnetic and system simulations, hands‑on prototyping, and test and measurement tools to understand complex system and sub‑system interactions - translating insights into production‑ready designs that balance performance, reliability, and manufacturability at scale.ResponsibilitiesLead bring‑up and production of state‑of‑the‑art physical layer wireless communication systemsDesign and simulate wireless systems optimized for ultra‑low power applicationsPerform link budget modeling and system‑level performance analysisIntegrate and validate wireless technologies such as cellular, low power mesh networking, NTN, GPS, Wi‑Fi, BLE, and LoRaCollaborate closely across electrical, firmware, and mechanical teamsCollaborate with firmware and software teams to analyze RF telemetry data and optimize wireless network performanceDrive cross‑functional alignment with antenna vendors, certification labs, and manufacturing partnersRequired SkillsBSEE (or higher) with 5+ years of experience in RF systems design and debugStrong hands‑on experience in lab environments including RF conducted measurements, OTA testing, and reworkExperience incellular and/or low power mesh networksProven experience with RF manufacturing line testing, fixture development, and validationStrong understanding of radiodesenseand coexistencetestingExperiencein RF certification and compliance (PTCRB, EMI, FCC, CTIA, etc.)Experience working with antenna vendors and certification labsComfortable scripting in Python or similar for RF test automation and data analysisProven collaboration experience with RF silicon vendors, and internal EE, ME, and FW teamsBonus SkillsDirect experience partnering with RF silicon vendorsDeep cross‑disciplinary collaboration across hardware, firmware, and mechanical engineeringExperience resolving RF coexistence issues in sensorsExperience in antenna design$195,000 - $210,000 a yearThis describes the ideal candidate; many of us have picked up this expertise along the way. Even if you meet only part of this list, we encourage you to apply!BenefitsHealth, Dental & Vision (Gold and Platinum with some providers plans fully covered)Paid parental leaveAlternating day off (every other Monday)Off the Grid, a two week per year paid break for all employeesCommuter allowanceCompany‑paid training#J-18808-Ljbffr

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