Sr. Staff Hardware Engineer

2 weeks ago


Shanghai, China Synaptics Inc. Full time

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 a Sr. Staff Hardware Engineer to join our dynamic and growing organization. You will be responsible for WLAN/BT hardware application design including PCB board design, hardware/RF performance tuning, issue debug, and certification tasks. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Hardware Development. 

Responsibilities & Competencies 

Job Duties

  • Board level RF/Circuit hardware design for WLAN/BT chip solution, RF/system performance qualification and optimization for both custom and internal reference WLAN and BT designs 
  • Develop detailed test plans to signal integrity, and connectivity for all phases of product testing and certification including bench, certification lab 
  • Responsible for delivering regulatory and commercial certifications for connectivity such as FCC, Wi-Fi Alliance, BT SIG 
  • Lead efforts with development engineers to debug and diagnose issues 
  • Work cross functionally with other Validation and Test teams to troubleshoot complex issues and review test plans 
  • Provide technical guidance in chip/board development and chip bring-up, leverage your broad expertise in system tuning and optimization 

Competencies

  • Specification level understanding of multiple wireless technologies such as cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 
  • Previous product experience in WiFi or BT technologies
  • Proactive, self-starter, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment to complete projects on time with minimal guidance
  • 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 complex problems through adaptation of existing technology and investigation of new technology to resolve complex problems 
  • Ability to work with dynamic, geographically distributed teams, with the passion to become part of cross-functional teams as necessary to ensure testability
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate complex interactive design concepts clearly

Qualifications (Requirements)

  • Bachelor’s degree (masters preferred) in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or related field or equivalent 
  • 12+ years of experience in Consumer, or related industries that involve embedded systems with cellular, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 
  • Experience with system test, troubleshooting and root cause analysis of wireless hardware at the PCB and module level 
  • Deep understanding of system level RF parametric (power, sensitivity, EVM, etc.) and the impact they have on the overall system 
  • Experience using RF equipment, WiFi and BT testers such as Litepoint/Qxel, R&S CMW500, and CAD tools such as Mentor, Allegro, OrCAD, PADS, etc. 
  • Proven track record of presenting to both technical and product level teams at the appropriate level of detail 
  • 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.
 



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