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RF System Test Engineer, Senior

San Diego, California, United States of AmericaFull-time2026-10-14 → 2026-11-10

Core

Define, automate, execute, and analyze validation strategies for modem, RF, and antenna subsystems in 5G/6G platforms, leveraging AI-assisted workflows for test generation and root-cause investigation.

Role type

Senior IC RF System Test Engineer (Wireless)

Builds

Automated test frameworks and validation strategies for cellular connectivity across smartphones, automotive, IoT, and fixed wireless access.

Domain

Wireless telecommunications / 5G/6G / RF Systems

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

C, C++, Python, 3GPP specifications, RF measurements, automated test frameworks, root-cause analysis, AI-assisted tools, SQL, data analytics

Preferred skills

RF fundamentals, cellular base station emulators, cellular protocol analysis, large-scale automated test environments, AI agentic tools

Technologies

Python, C++, SQL, RF test equipment, cellular base station emulators, cellular protocol analysis tools

Responsibilities

Define and execute RF system validation strategies; Develop and maintain automated test frameworks; Analyze test results and identify root causes; Collaborate with software, systems, and hardware teams; Design regression and qualification methodologies; Interpret 3GPP specifications; Execute RF measurements (transmitter/receiver performance, spectrum, waveform quality); Leverage AI tools for test development and log analysis; Develop scripts to improve test efficiency; Evaluate emerging modem/RF features.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC