Senior Staff Communications Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

We are a team of Communications Systems Engineers designing advanced broadband communications SoCs. These chips integrate complete PHY and MAC layers, including broadband RF/analog circuits, digital ASIC, and CPU subsystems, on a single die. They are designed in deep-submicron CMOS processes for use in next-generation wireless, optical, and wireline systems.

MaxLinear is seeking a Staff or Senior Staff Communications Systems Engineer to join our experienced team in the Valencia design center. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of communications system architectures and their end‑to‑end performance. Responsibilities include:

• Research, design, verify, and test DSP (digital signal processing) algorithms (e.g., modulators, demodulators, filters, equalizers, channel coding, echo cancellers) for broadband communications SoCs
• Design, verify, and test signal‑impairment correction algorithms to improve analog front‑end performance; work closely with the RFIC and RF systems teams to optimize end‑to‑end system performance
• Define, specify, and test hardware/software partitioning for complex DSP, control, and datapath blocks; collaborate with ASIC design and firmware teams to ensure correct implementation.
• Mentor junior engineers through all stages of PHY‑layer development for MaxLinear SoC products

Qualifications

• Master degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field; Ph.D. is a plus
• Ability to collaborate across cross‑functional teams, including communications systems, RFIC, ASIC, and software/firmware engineering
• Strong analytical skills with a solid mathematical background and foundation in communications theory
• Experience with PHY modem architectures and DSP design for communications systems
• Proficiency in MATLAB and C/C++; SystemC and Python are a plus
• Comfortable working in a multicultural, collaborative environment with a strong drive for quality and results
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary Package
• Stock‑based compensation
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance