Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.
As an Radio Frequency (RF) Hardware Engineer, you will be part of our design team building Pixel phones. You will have RF systems design knowledge and experience building and shipping CE products. You will also have knowledge of system architecture. You will be involved in cross-functional team engagement to achieve the lowest possible cost and best RF performance.
The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $132,000-$189,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Design Radio Frequency (RF) hardware solutions for Pixel phones.
- Design for volume manufacturing and support factory engineers from prototyping to product launch.
- Be responsible for PCB design for optimal RF performance.
- Work with component vendors and partners to develop the RF front end. Travel internationally up to 10% of the time as needed.
- Support certification and compliance issues.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 2 years of experience designing RF solutions for consumer electronics, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree.
- Experience in RF design, board-level and firmware debug, schematic creation, and PCB design.
- Experience with simulation tools or circuit simulation capability (i.e., ADS, HFSS).
- Experience using RF equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers and communication test boxes.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- Experience with conducted and radiated measurements at RF frequencies.
- Knowledge of wireless communication systems, such as 5G nR, LTE, etc.
- Knowledge of Python or other programming or scripting languages.
- Excellent board-level and firmware debug skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.