CareerPlan

#Wireless Firmware Engineer

San Diego, California, United States of AmericaFull-time$109k2026-09-18 → 2026-11-10
No visa sponsorship

Core

Develop and integrate embedded software for advanced features, algorithms, and protocols on new compute and baseband/RF platforms for 6G wireless research and early-stage prototypes.

Role type

Senior IC embedded software engineer (wireless firmware)

Builds

Research-grade prototypes, early-stage platforms, and technology characterization systems for 6G, XR, and AI-powered communications

Domain

Wireless telecommunications (6G, 5G NR), embedded systems, RF/baseband

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

C/C++ programming, multi-threading, OS fundamentals, real-time embedded system optimization, device driver development, signal processing algorithms, system architecture design

Preferred skills

Wireless communication theory (5G NR, 802.11), GPU/DSP optimization, complex software debugging, heterogeneous processor implementation

Technologies

C, C++, GPUs, DSPs, 5G NR, 802.11

Responsibilities

Design, develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software across the full development lifecycle; Optimize performance and timing constraints in real-time embedded systems; Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation; Collaborate with cross-functional teams including baseband, RF, and hardware engineers; Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to wireless system architectures

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC