Senior Hardware Engineer- NFC Digital Key
Core
Architect, design, and validate NFC hardware subsystems (readers, Secure Element, controllers) for secure vehicle access and Digital Key experiences.
Role type
Senior Hardware Engineer (NFC/Digital Key)
Builds
NFC readers and controllers for GM Digital Key systems
Domain
Automotive wireless connectivity and security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
NFC hardware architecture, RF fundamentals, electromagnetic interference analysis, antenna and coil design, short-range coexistence testing, ISO/IEC 14443/15693 standards, hardware bring-up and debug, test plan development, cross-functional technical leadership
Preferred skills
UWB and BLE transceiver design, RF front-end design, Python for test automation, cybersecurity awareness, patent or standards contributions
Technologies
NFC, BLE, UWB, ISO/IEC 14443, ISO/IEC 15693, IEEE 802.15.4z, Python
Responsibilities
Define hardware requirements for NFC readers supporting vehicle entry and start; lead schematic and PCB layout reviews for NFC subsystems; bring up and debug Digital Key hardware in the lab; execute NFC-focused test plans for realistic packaging conditions; lead coexistence analysis with other wireless technologies; mentor junior engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC