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# Principal Engineer-Communication Systems

- **Company:** Microchip Technology
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $75,000.0 - $232,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Bluetooth, C++ (Programming Language), Modems, Software Debugging, Logic Synthesis of Circuits, MATLAB, Signal Processing, Wi-Fi Technology, Wireless Technologies
- **Published:** November 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/7_A8A615083E1B2B63DC0F8EE3CE7DEF54

## About the Role

other duties as assignedRequirements/Qualifications:RequirementsMaster's or PhD in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience in wireless PHY systems design and implementation.Strong background in signal processing and communication theoryExperience in MATLAB, C/C++ and fixed-point/cycle-true programming and simulationExperience on Modem and digital front-end blocks designExperience in IC design, RFIC calibration and testingExperience in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth PHY layer standard is a great advantageA team player; able to identify and resolve technical and schedule issues with team members.
Team management skills would be an advantage.Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical materials effectively and produce good quality engineering documentation.Travel Time:0% - 25%Physical Attributes:Feeling, Hearing, Other, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around OthersPhysical Requirements:80% Sitting, 10% walking, 10% StandingPay Range:We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.

## Description

People like you.Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!Job Description:Job RoleWe are seeking a Communications Systems Design Engineer with a strong background in communication theory and signal processing.
The successful candidate will join our Wireless Systems Group in Irvine and as a senior member of the team, will be responsible for the systems design and implementation of physical layer algorithms for low power Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Sub-GHz wireless products.
You will be working with a cross-functional global team in a collaborative environment that we take pride in.
You will thrive on complex technical challenges and be personally motivated to provide the best solution to challenging problems.ResponsibilitiesWorking closely with RF/Analog, Digital, Validation and Software teams for bringing-up, testing and troubleshooting of test chips and SOC'sSimulate communication systems and participate in digital block designParticipate in RFIP design regarding block specs & controlsDesign and simulation of the physical layer of wireless communication systemsDevelopment of system models for performance evaluation, optimization and to guide design trade-offsWorking with the RF/Analog design team to develop module specificationsWorking with the digital design team to implement algorithms and digital modulesWorking with RF/Analog, digital and validation teams to bring-up, test and trouble-shoot test chips and SoC'sDocumentation and development of design and test plansBring up communication systems in labTest and debug communication systemsPerform