DSP And Wireless Systems Engineer, Digital RF Systems

DSP Engineer

Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Come work at Amazon! The role involves DSP architecture definition, design and simulation of DSP blocks in wireless communication SOC that are used in Leo phased array systems. You will be implementing end-to-end system models including fixed point DSP blocks, RF impairments of the radio, phased array antenna and satellite channel. You will be involved in novel techniques to estimate and correct RF impairments that will be implemented in HW and FW. Based on the system level constraints such as low power and cost, you will develop optimized solutions to support high throughput for our customers.

As a DSP Engineer, you will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary staff to conceive and design innovative product solutions. You will work closely with internal inter-disciplinary teams such as ASIC/RFIC designers, FW/SW engineers, design verification engineers. You will drive key aspects of the silicon design, validation and RF performance optimization in the lab. In this role you will:

• Design and model DSP algorithms such as beamformer, DPD, CFR, digital cancellation schemes and RF impairment compensation blocks
• Model RF transceivers impairments and develop RF impairment compensation algorithms. Collaborate with RFIC/analog designers, communication systems and software engineers to drive chip specifications.
• Develop and optimize HW/SW calibration methods for RF SOC and phased array systems.
• Architect HW and FW partitioning of calibration algorithms.
• Develop detailed test plans and test procedures for validation and characterization of RF Wireless SOC performance.
• Involve in chip bring-up in the lab and optimize conducted and/or OTA throughput performances by collaboratively working with cross functional teams.
• Characterize and enhance RF performance of the wireless SOC and help integration of the silicon into Leo phased array systems.

Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience in developing link and system level simulators using MATLAB, Python, or C+
• 5+ years of relevant experience in wireless DSP/RF systems engineering (LTE, 5G-NR, WiFi 802.11, BLE)
• In depth knowledge of DSP design for low power consumption ASIC
• Good understanding of RF blocks and components
• Experience in RF impairment estimation and compensation techniques
• Working knowledge of FW implementation of various DSP algorithms
• Experience in using lab equipment, bring-up and validation of chip

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering or a related field
• Experience with current and upcoming RF standards in cellular (4G/5G NR), WiMAX, 802.11ad, microwave backhaul, or related broadband wireless standards
• Strong background in Communication Theory (signal estimation and detection, AGC, channel estimation), OFDM, MIMO, Digital/Wireless Communication Systems and engineering
• Extensive experience in designing low power/area digital signal processing blocks for Wireless RF SOCs
• Excellent understanding of RF architectures and blocks used in the Wireless SOCs
• MATLAB, Python, C++ experience with emphasis on fixed point modeling of DSP blocks, RF impairment modeling, RF calibration algorithm development, system performance simulations (EVM, ACRL, OOB emissions)
• Experience with bit-accurate modeling to match RTL implementations, emulations, FW development
• Familiarity with phased array systems and phased array performance optimization techniques
• Experience in silicon bring-up in the lab and using lab equipment such as vector spectrum analyzer, signal generators, high speed scopes and logic analyzers

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $129,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.