Research Engineer – Wireless, AI/ML

InterDigital, Inc.

Research Engineer/Scientist specializing in wireless communication systems and AI/ML algorithms at InterDigital. Conducting advanced research and collaborating with cross-functional teams in a global environment.

Posted 5/24/2026full-timeConshohocken • New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonPyTorchTensorflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct advanced research in wireless communication systems, including PHY/MAC layers, radio architectures, networking protocols, and end-to-end system design
Design and evaluate AI/ML-driven wireless algorithms (e.g., semantic communications, intent based and agentic AI communications, GenAI-assisted network optimization, resource allocation, edge intelligence)
Develop and implement link-level and system-level simulations using tools such as MATLAB, Python, Sionna, or equivalent frameworks
Build proof-of-concept prototypes and validate concepts on practical platforms or testbeds
Collaborate with cross-functional research teams across wireless, AI, standards, and prototyping groups

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. recently completed in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field
Strong foundation in Wireless communications, Signal processing, Networking, and AI/ML for communication systems
Solid knowledge of AI/ML techniques and their application to communication systems including GenAI, Agentic AI, foundation models, and edge learning
Programming proficiency in Python and MATLAB, with working knowledge of C/C++ and Linux-based development environments
Experience with simulation and programming tools, such as: MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or similar scientific systems programming languages
Machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary incentive bonus
Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

wireless communication systemsPHY layerMAC layernetworking protocolsAI/ML algorithmslink-level simulationssystem-level simulationssignal processingprogramming in Pythonprogramming in MATLAB

Soft Skills

collaborationcross-functional teamwork

Certifications

Ph.D. in Electrical EngineeringPh.D. in Computer EngineeringPh.D. in Computer Science