Senior Staff RF Hardware Design Engineer
Company: GreenWave Radios™
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 10, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description InnoPhase Inc., DBA GreenWave
Radios™, is at the forefront of innovation in Open RAN digital
radios. Our cutting-edge solutions, powered by the Hermes64 RF SoC,
are designed to enhance network energy efficiency while
dramatically reducing operational expenses, with purpose-built
silicon that is the heart of ORAN-based active antenna arrays.
Headquartered in San Diego, California, GreenWave Radios™ has
established itself as a pioneer in delivering power-efficient
digital-to-RF solutions. The company is supported by a talented
team of over 100 engineers spread across four global R&D
facilities. With an extensive portfolio of more than 120 global
patents, GreenWave Radios™ continues to push the boundaries of
radio technology and innovation. To learn more about GreenWave
Radios™ and hear what our employees have to say, visit the
GreenWave™ certification profile at GreatPlacetoWork.com or explore
our Home - GreenWave Radios website. We are seeking a highly
skilled and motivated Senior Staff RF/Hardware Design Engineer to
lead the development of advanced 5G radio hardware. The ideal
candidate will possess in-depth technical expertise in RF circuit
design, system integration, and validation for wireless
infrastructure or user equipment, along with proven experience in
delivering high-performance designs from concept through
production. You will work closely with cross-functional teams,
including system architects, digital designers, and firmware
engineers, to define and implement next-generation 5G hardware
infrastructure platforms that push the limits of performance,
reliability, and efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design
and development of RF, supply, and RF circuits for front-end (RFFE)
and transceiver modules for 4G and 5G NR (sub-6 GHz) systems.
Perform schematic capture, component selection, simulation, layout
review, and design optimization for performance, manufacturability,
and cost. Define and execute RF test plans, including S-parameter,
noise figure, linearity, P1dB, IIP3, VSWR, and ACLR measurements.
Drive PCB design reviews, ensuring proper RF layout techniques,
grounding, impedance control, and thermal design. Collaborate with
system and baseband teams to define RF system architecture,
interfaces, and calibration requirements. Conduct signal integrity
(SI) and power integrity (PI) analysis for high-speed digital and
mixed-signal sections. Support bring-up, troubleshooting, and
validation of prototypes in the lab. Provide technical mentorship
to junior engineers and contribute to long-term hardware roadmap
planning Job Requirements: Master's degree in Electrical
Engineering, Electronics, or related field 12 years of hands-on
experience in RF/hardware design for wireless communication systems
Strong knowledge of RF circuit design, including LNAs, PAs, mixers,
PLLs, filters, power supply, clock and matching networks Experience
with RF simulation tools (Keysight ADS, Cadence AWR, or equivalent)
Proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Cadence
Allegro, Altium, etc.) Solid understanding of RF specifications,
including RF performance metrics Hands-on lab experience with RF
instruments: vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal
generators, and oscilloscopes Experience in system-level debugging
and hardware bring-up Excellent problem-solving and communication
skills, with a strong ability to collaborate in cross-functional
teams Desirable Skills: Experience with mass production design for
5G infrastructure, small cells, or mobile platforms Understanding
thermal design and mechanical constraints in RF systems Experience
with EMC/EMI design and compliance testing Advanced degree (Ph.D.)
in RF/Microwave Engineering or related field Compensation and
Benefits: At InnoPhase, our compensation package includes base pay
and pre-IPO stock options. The base pay range for this role is
between $140K-$190K. Your base pay will depend on the market,
interview results, skills, qualifications, experience, education,
and location. Our employee benefits include a comprehensive group
health plan, a matching 401(k) plan, training reimbursement, and
various paid leaves (vacation, sick leave, holidays,
maternity/paternity leave, and jury leave). Visit our website to
learn more about our employee benefits.
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