Principal System Architect, RF SoC

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Principal System Architect developing models and algorithms for TeraWave satellite communications. Leading design and verification for RF systems in a multi-orbit constellation.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeBay Area • California, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $230,773 - $323,081 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop models and algorithm for Terawave Custom Silicon: This includes packet processing, MAC, PHY, Radio Drive for lowest power consumption and highest performance
Target Hardware and Software algorithms for FPGA and ASIC implementation
Support the ASIC and SW implementation thru pre-silicon verification and post silicon productization
Design advanced Digital multi-beam beamforming Phased array systems
Architect and model optimized RF transceivers for the TeraWave system
Drive block level RF and AMS specifications in collaboration with the RFIC designers
Develop and model impairments compensation and system calibration methods for the Custom Silicon and Phased Array design
Work collaboratively with ASIC, RFIC and Software implementation teams
Work with the application team to bring up prototype pre-silicon and support all post-silicon to validate your architecture performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in RF systems design and development
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline
Experience with networking, modem MAC and PHY, DSP, RF and/or Mixed Signal Designs
Experience with Matlab, System C, C/C++ or other System level tools
Knowledge of DSP and communications systems including spread spectrum, forward error correction, and modulation types (OFDM, QPSK, QAM, PCM/FM, PAM)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses.

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Hard Skills & Tools

RF systems designalgorithm developmentpacket processingMACPHYFPGA implementationASIC implementationdigital beamformingRF transceiver architectureimpairments compensation

Soft Skills

collaborationteamwork

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering