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Design Engineer, Antenna and RF

Mountain View, California, United States. San Francisco, California, United States Full-Time Hardware Engineering 3410

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Design Engineer, Antenna and RF

  • 3410
  • On Site
  • Mountain View, California, United States
  • San Francisco, California, United States
  • Hardware Engineering
  • Full-Time
  • Mid Career

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo One, a fully autonomous ride-hailing service, and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over one million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving tens of millions of miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 13+ U.S. states.

Hardware Engineering is a diverse, innovative, and collaborative group of electrical, mechanical, reliability, software and vehicle engineers. We design, build, and perfect the products which are the eyes and ears of Waymo's autonomous driving technology, and integrate those products into vehicle platforms. We're seeking curious and talented teammates to keep us moving in the right direction.

You will:

  • Design and develop antennas and RF systems for various applications, including millimeter-wave (mmwave) automotive radars, 60GHz LANs, and for lower-frequency wireless technologies such as 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, UWB, etc.
  • Experience in design and testing of  E band or W band RF systems, RF hybrid modules, and antennas.
  • Conduct simulations and RF system-level modeling to optimize antennas, passives, and active devices for RF performance, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Build prototypes and conduct RF testing and measurements to validate antenna and RF subsystem designs. Must be able to design and/or modify compact antenna ranges and laboratory testbeds involving vector network analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, etc.
  • Collaborate with other engineers (hardware, software, DSP, mechanical) to integrate antennas in RF systems and perform data analysis, troubleshooting and writing documentation.
  • Oversee NPI and mass production, ensuring designs are cost-effective, manufacturable, and reliable.

You have:

  • MS in EE and 10+ years experience in antenna and RF design
  • Solid grasp of antenna theory, design, and EM simulation tools eg. HFSS, ADS, Microwave Office
  • Experience with RF testing equipment (e.g. network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, anechoic chambers) and active/passive RF systems
  • Familiarity with various antenna types and RF circuit technologies (e.g. PCB antennas, various transmission lines, filter design, hybrid couplers, waveguide antennas, phased arrays, MIMO).
  • Knowledge of RF communication protocols and standards such as Wifi, Bluetooth, NFC, UWB etc.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

We prefer:

  • Ph.D. preferred
  • Experience with automotive industry or another industry with significant volume production
  • Familiarity with regulatory compliance testing

The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process. 

Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements. 

Salary Range
$196,000—$248,000 USD

We appreciate your interest in Waymo. Waymo is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees. Waymo does not discriminate against, and prohibits harassment of, any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law. Waymo will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. Waymo is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let the recruiting team know or email waymo-candidatesupport@google.com. (This email address is intended to be used only for requesting accommodations as part of the application process. Other inquiries will not receive a response.)

Some of our Benefits

Health and wellness

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. At Waymo, you can enjoy top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance, mental wellness support, gym membership, and special wellness programs.

Financial wellness

Your financial peace of mind is important to us. At Waymo, we offer competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, equity, employees provident fund, and lots of other perks and employee discounts.

Flexibility and time off

Take the time you need to relax and recharge. Enjoy the flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year. We support an on-site or hybrid work model and offer remote working opportunities, paid time off, bereavement, sick, and parental leave. 

Supporting families

When it comes to growing your family or caring for your loved ones, you have our full support. Enhanced leave options include 26 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and 18 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Community and personal development

At Waymo, you'll find a range of opportunities to grow, connect, and give back. We offer education reimbursement, personal and professional development, mentorship, and other ways to connect through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), other internal groups, and even time off to volunteer.

Cool perks

Access to Google offices, cafes, wellness centers, massages, and so much more. To support your wellbeing at home, you can enjoy at-home fitness and cooking classes, and more.

Ready to Apply?

 

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