The PHY System team is part of Ceragon’s Radio R&D group. Ceragon delivers RF communication systems in both Point-to-Point, Point-to-Multipoint and Mesh configurations which are deployed as smart cities and internet access solutions, as well as backhaul solutions, for delivering high-speed Gigabit connectivity.
As the PHY System Team Leader, you will play a crucial role in Ceragon's Radio R&D group, leading a team of 4-5 professionals responsible for the performance and integration of modem, RF, and antenna components in our cutting-edge millimeter wave communications systems
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the PHY System team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
- Oversee the development of control and calibration algorithms for RFIC, antenna, and modem components.
- Drive performance optimization of the PHY layer and ensure overall system performance meets or exceeds targets.
- Serve as a knowledge expert for modem/system integration with RF and antenna components.
- Manage the full development lifecycle, from early design to production transfer and maintenance.
- Conduct and guide research on optimization techniques and algorithms for seamless integration of Analog, DSP, and MAC portions with RF, modem, and antenna components.
- Mentor and develop team members, fostering their growth and expertise.
Requirements
Qualification and Experience
B.E. or B.Tech. in Electronics Engineering from a major university. M.E. or M.Tech. is an advantage.
Minimum 15 years of experience in designing RF and Modem-based systems, including both hands-on and leadership roles.
Previous experience in C/C++ and Python programming.
Previous experience in as many of the following areas:
- Strong background in DSP, Communications, or Radar algorithms.
- Hands-on experience in analog and RF hardware design and verification - must
- Familiarity with wireless communication protocols (e.g., WIFI, WIMAX, WIGIG).
- Experience working with millimeter wave frequency bands (60GHz and above).
- Experience working in an Agile environment, with hands-on experience using Jira, Confluence, and Git for project tracking, documentation, and version control
Skills and Attributes
- Broad vision as a system engineer with excellent design and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lead independent research on new topics and propose innovative solutions.
- Passion for mentoring and developing team members.
- Strong analytical and hands-on skills to tackle complex situations and guide team members.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Outstanding interpersonal and leadership abilities.