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Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more atwww.silabs.com.\nRF Validation Engineer I\nAustin TX\nSilicon labs is seeking an RF validation engineer.\nMeet the Team\nWe are developing highly flexible wireless SoCs in a fast-paced environment. The IoT Validation team has a vital role in ensuring product performance, scalability, and time to market. We are looking for an experienced engineer focusing on RF and PHY-MAC design validation of wireless IPs for low-power, high performance System-on-Chip IoT products. You will be part of a specialized, highly skilled IP-SoC development team spanning multiple wireless communications technologies such as Bluetooth Low-Energy, 802.15.4 Zigbee-Thread, 802.11 Wi-Fi, Wi-SUN, and proprietary short-range wireless. You will be taking designs through the complete development lifecycle from initial concept to silicon bring-up and optimization before shipping products.\nResponsibilities\nContribute to initial development of Zigbee, BLE, Wi-SUN, ZWave, MBus, and proprietary PHY configurations for Silicon Labs RF SoCs\nPerform pre-silicon testing utilizing a combination of block or chip-level test benches and FPGA emulation\nBring-up and validate new Silicon Labs IP on silicon, providing support and feedback to cross-functional teams\nPerform lab measurements including RX sensitivity, frequency/baudrate/deviation tolerance, blocking, TX Output Power, and more\nSupport IC Design, Applications, FW, PTE, SQA, Systems, Modules teams with insights on RFIC performance supported by careful data analysis, presentation and training\nProvide guidance to the SW team on proper RF SW implementations for a scalable test infrastructure platform and tools for efficient workflows\nMinimum Qualifications\nBSEE/MSEE and 1 year industry experience in mixed-signal SoCs with exposure to RF signal chain\nExperience using Python or other high-level modeling language/tool for designing and evaluating communication systems and algorithms\nStrong grasp of analog signal fundamentals, basic circuit components, and specifications\nExperience with RF signal chains including LNAs, mixers, PAs, A/D and D/A\nExperience with digital modulation formats (MSK/FSK, OQPSK, OOK/ASK, etc)\nProficiency taking measurements with standard RF lab instruments (signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, scope, DMM, SMU)\nKnowledge of common wireless communications standards and protocols such as Bluetooth low-energy, 802.15.4, 802.11 WiFi\nExcellent written and verbal communications skills\nDemonstrated ability to generate high output in a self-driven manner\nThe following qualifications will be considered a plus:\nBasic DSP knowledge (up/down sampling, FIR filtering)\nExperience in revision control and configuration management systems\nBenefits & Perks\nYou can look forward to the following benefits:\nGreat medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental & vision plans\nFlexible vacation plan.\nHighly competitive salary\n401k plan with match and Roth plan option\nEquity rewards (RSUs)\nLife/AD&D and disability coverage\nFlexible spending accounts\nAdoption assistance\nBack-Up childcare\nAdditional benefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance)\n3 paid volunteer days per year\nCharitable contribution match\nTuition reimbursement\nMonthly wellness offerings\nFree snacks\nMonthly company updates with our CEO\n# LI AA1\nThe annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $84,000 - $156,000 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. 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