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Sr. Systems Engineer, PHY Standards (Wi-Fi/BT)

Remote role Full-time Open position

Synaptics Incorporated is a leader in AI at the Edge, transforming engagement with intelligent connected devices. They are seeking a Physical Layer Standards Engineer to represent the company in standards bodies, track developments, and simulate new features that align with Synaptics' vision.

Responsibilities

  • Track and analyze the IEEE 802.11 and BT-SIG and CSA standards
  • Communicate the new features and developments in the standards bodies to the Synaptics team
  • Develop simulation platforms for new standards’ features
  • Provide direction and ideas for new features that align with Synaptics road map

Skills

  • PhD in any field related to communication theory or related experience
  • 0-2 years of experience in Wireless communication and signal processing algorithm development
  • Strong prototyping skills using Matlab/Simulink
  • Must have attended IEEE or other major standard body meetings in the past
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Fluent with Python/C/C++ and familiar with TCL
  • Ability to travel up to 30% primarily to Standards conferences
  • Experience with working on WiFi-based solutions is a plus

Benefits

  • Discretionary annual performance bonus
  • Equity
  • Other benefits

Company Overview

  • Synaptics (Nasdaq: SYNA) is changing the way humans engage with connected devices and data, engineering exceptional experiences throughout the home, at work, in the car and on the go. It was founded in 1986, and is headquartered in San Jose, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.synaptics.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Synaptics Incorporated has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 21 in 2025, 19 in 2024, 28 in 2023, 27 in 2022, 28 in 2021, 39 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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