Open Position

Job Description

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.

Job 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.

Proven track record in team leadership and management.

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.
• 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.