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ResponsibilitiesWorks on unusually complex problems and provides highly innovative solutionsUses independent judgment to accomplish goals and objectivesHas insight into industry trends and communicates vision to guide organizational strategy and long-range planningLends research and contributes to evaluations, project plans and budgets for new products or updates existing productsActs as consultant on critical projects that impact long term organizational goals and objectivesLeads teams, gives technical guidance and communicates with senior management on progressIdentifies or creates solutions that are likely to contribute to the development of new company conceptsExpected to set standards and achieve cost targets for product cost through proper design choices, component selection or supplier selectionDemonstrated expertise in competitive analysisMay actively seek customer input and take responsibility for internal and external customer situationsDetermines requirements and functional specifications for entire system, under only con.You WillDesign & ArchitectureOwn the RF signal chain for 5G Radio Units (e.g., LNAs, mixers, PLLs/synthesizers, filters, switches, drivers, PAs), with emphasis on low power and high performance.Create link budgets and frequency plans; lead trade off analyses to ensure compliance with black box/system requirements under constraints (component availability, thermal, power).Drive component selection and vendor technical engagement; guide DFM/DFT and oversee NPI/volume ramp with manufacturing partners.Produce clear technical documentation: Design Specs, Verification Plans/Reports, and factory test/calibration requirements.ImplementationPerform schematic capture and define layout constraints using Cadence Concept HDL and Allegro.Use RF simulation and modeling tools (Keysight ADS, AWR Microwave Office, MATLAB) including EM/Co-sim as needed to de risk designs.Validation & TestLead bring up and characterization at board, module, and RU level; measure and optimize gain, NF, P1dB, IP3, ACLR, EVM, phase noise, return loss, and related KPIs.Develop and execute verification plans; automate tests where practical; collaborate with software for calibration/control to ensure robust HW/SW integration.Collaboration & LeadershipPartner with system, digital, software, thermal, and mechanical leads on RU architecture and design integration.Mentor junior designers and review their work; contribute to invention disclosures/patents.Maintain strong vendor relationships and lead device selection decisions.Essential RequirementsProven record designing RF circuits in the Radio Unit ecosystem and taking hardware to volume production.Hands on experience in 4G/5G radio development and RU/subsystem architecture and implementation.Strong command of 3GPP specifications and global spectrum/regulatory considerations.Advanced understanding of DPD and its implications across the RF chain.High proficiency with RF lab equipment (VNA, spectrum/signal analyzers, signal generators, power meters, etc.).Proficiency with Cadence Concept HDL/Allegro and RF simulation tools (ADS, AWR, MATLAB).Organized, goal oriented technical leader who collaborates effectively across disciplines.Desirable Requirements7+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent mix of education and experience).Experience with PA linearization, calibration (factory/field), and defining factory test strategies with CMs/ODMs.Participation in next generation architecture investigations/proposals. #J-18808-Ljbffr