Head of R&D

About the Role

Arizon RFID Technology is a global leader in RFID solutions, serving some of the world's largest retail, apparel, and logistics customers. We are
ARC-qualified by Auburn University RFID Lab
, ensuring our products meet the highest global performance standards.

We are seeking a
hands-on R&D leader
with deep expertise in
RFID antenna and inlay design
. This person will drive innovation, lead our R&D team, and ensure Arizon remains at the forefront of
RFID antenna performance, materials and packaging applications, and ARC compliance
across diverse industries.

Key Responsibilities

Technology & R&D Leadership

• Lead the R&D team in designing, developing, and optimizing RFID antennas (UHF near-field and far-field) and inlays for diverse applications.
• Define and drive Arizon's technology roadmap, aligning R&D priorities with business strategy and customer needs.
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and transition from design to mass production, ensuring manufacturability and cost efficiency.
• Track and evaluate global RFID technology trends (materials, chipsets, antenna design, printing, packaging) and identify opportunities for innovation.

ARC & Compliance

• Maintain and expand ARC qualification across product categories by developing designs that meet Auburn University RFID Lab testing standards.
• Collaborate closely with Auburn University RFID Lab, certification bodies, key clients, and stakeholders to secure and sustain ARC qualifications.
• Advance R&D in tag materials and packaging,
  ensuring antenna and inlay performance across a wide range of applications and environments, while ensuring compliance with relevant
  regulatory, safety, and ESG standards
  (e.g., FDA where applicable, chemical hazard, recyclability, and sustainability).
• Integrate international regulatory and performance standards (US/EU/Asia frequency bands, durability, environmental testing) into the design cycle.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Product Management, Manufacturing, and Sales teams to deliver customer-ready solutions that balance
  performance, durability, and cost
  .
• Support customer engagements by providing deep technical expertise in
  antenna design, materials/packaging, and ARC performance.
• Coordinate with global production centers
  (China, Taiwan, Vietnam, US) to ensure R&D output is aligned with
  manufacturing capabilities and scalability.

Team & Organizational Leadership

• Build and mentor a high-performing R&D team with strong antenna, RF engineering, and materials/packaging capabilities.
• Establish best-practice processes for R&D, prototyping, and lab testing to ensure agility and scalability.
• Champion intellectual property (patents, know-how) in antenna and RFID design to strengthen Arizon's competitive position.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree or PhD in
  Electrical Engineering, RF/Microwave Engineering
  , or a closely related field.
• 10+ years of experience
  in RFID antenna design, RF engineering, or related wireless communications hardware.
• Proven ability to take antenna products from
  concept through mass production
  .
• Experience with
  ARC certification
  processes, RFID standards (EPCglobal, ISO), and regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of
  RFID inlay materials, substrates, adhesives,
  and
  packaging design
  for durability, reliability, and compliance across industries, including food safety, chemical hazard, and sustainability/recyclability standards where applicable.
• Proficiency with
  simulation and test tools
  (e.g., HFSS, CST, ADS, VNAs, anechoic chambers).
• Leadership experience managing
  multi-disciplinary R&D teams
  .
• Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English
  (native-level in one and professional working proficiency in the other).
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-regional internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Attributes

• Deep technical expertise
  in RFID antenna design, with the ability to set and influence technology direction.
• Cross-disciplinary perspective
  that integrates antenna performance with materials and packaging considerations to ensure system reliability.
• Innovative and scalable mindset
  , with a strong focus on cost-effectiveness and practical application.
• Resilient problem solver
  who thrives in a fast-moving, global manufacturing environment.
• Collaborative leader
  with the potential to grow into broader responsibilities as the company scales.

At Arizon RFID Technology, we are shaping the future through cutting-edge technologies that drive efficiency and innovation. As a fast-growing global company, we value collaboration, adaptability, and forward-thinking leadership to power our success.