Radio System PHY Expert

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.

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.