Principal Systems Engineer/Architect

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 well-qualified Principal Systems Engineer to join our dynamic and growing organization. You will be responsible for developing and driving new technologies working on the MAC/PHY/Radio algorithm development and system integration. You will be collaborating closely with the RF/CHIP/SW team in validating and optimizing overall performance of connectivity chips. This position reports to the Director, R&D.

Responsibilities & Competencies

Job Duties

• Drive key new technologies in connectivity design/development
• Ensure processes are in place for high-quality modem design
• Be the technical lead for a highly motivated top-class team
• Be involved in the algorithmic partition across software, firmware, and hardware
• Guide the team to develop WLAN PHY baseband algorithms
• Innovate and develop new features in wireless system that enhance system performance or reduce cost and die-size
• Be closely involved in the standardization activities in IEEE /WFA/or BT SIG
• Work closely with RF and ASIC and SW teams to implement algorithms in the Hardware/Firmware
• Evolve processes for test and performance optimization of WLAN and BT chips
• Provide expertise on technical issues or specific technologies in the Wi-Fi field or Bluetooth or UWB
• Work closely with internal teams (RF, Software, Algorithm, Chip, AE/FAE, marketing) for productizing WLAN&BT Combo chip for Home IOT and Automotive markets

Competencies

• Strong research and development background
• Remain current with new and evolving technologies via formal training and self-directed education, certification
• Ability to work with dynamic, multicultural, geographically distributed teams, with the passion to help strengthen the team's skills by providing mentorship of junior engineers
• 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
• Results oriented, creative problem solver able to solve complex problems through adaptation of existing technology and development of new technology
• Analytical and creative problem solver and able to make informed decisions based on experience and data to improve processes and evaluate design options
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work within a diverse team and mentor developing team members

Qualifications (Requirements)

• Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering with emphasis on communication engineering or signal processing or related field, or equivalent
• Minimum of 12+ years of experience in mentoring R&D teams with focus on communication algorithms for the wireless PHY layer protocols such as a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be, or cellular technologies (3G/4G/5G) or other wireless technologies
• Track record of successfully taping-out multiple chips
• Strong inter-personal skills
• Ability to travel internationally up to 10%

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.