CareerPlan

Lead RF Systems and Desense Engineer- HP IQ

San Francisco, California, United States of AmericaFull-time$180k–$270k2026-09-25 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead RF system architecture and integration for next-generation wearable and AI-connected products, driving desense, coexistence, and wireless performance.

Role type

Lead RF Systems and Desense Engineer

Builds

Wearable and mobile platforms with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, UWB, and NFC

Domain

Consumer electronics / Wireless communications

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

RF system architecture, RF desense analysis, RF coexistence, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/UWB/NFC protocols, RF front-end design, CST Studio Suite, Keysight ADS, VNA/spectrum analyzer operation, EMI/EMC, PCB layout

Preferred skills

Python/MATLAB automation, Cadence Allegro, Qualcomm/NXP/Broadcom/Nordic experience, wearable RF architectures, technical leadership

Technologies

CST Studio Suite, Keysight ADS, VNA, spectrum analyzer, vector signal analyzer, OTA chambers

Responsibilities

Lead RF system architecture and integration; Own RF desense investigations; Define RF specifications and link budgets; Lead coexistence strategy; Partner with antenna/EE/FW/silicon vendors; Perform CST and ADS simulations; Review PCB layouts; Lead RF bring-up and characterization; Drive OTA and conducted validation; Support certifications; Mentor engineers

Seniority

Lead, hands-on IC with mentorship