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Wireless Hardware Product Architect & Designer

Wireless Hardware Product Architect & Designer

Blue Signal SearchSan Diego, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Wireless Hardware Product Architect & Designer

Location : Nationwide – Remote (U S)

The Opportunity

Our confidential client is re-imagining last-mile connectivity with breakthrough multi-gigabit wireless platforms. Join a nimble, venture-backed engineering organization where you will design the hardware brains behind systems that deliver fiber-class speeds - without the fiber. Your work will shape a product line already attracting tier-one carriers and poised for rapid global expansion.

About the Role

As the senior technical owner, you will transform ideas into carrier-grade hardware - guiding architecture, schematics, layout, validation, and ramp-to-production.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end hardware architecture, from concept and schematic capture through lab bring-up and manufacturing release
  • Lead multilayer PCB design for 10 G / 25 G / 40 G SerDes, high-speed Ethernet, and advanced 802.3bt PoE power delivery
  • Model and optimize signal- and power-integrity; drive SI / PI simulations and hands-on validation with oscilloscopes, VNAs, and high-frequency probes
  • Define power budgets and implement DC-DC, PoE, and thermal solutions that withstand outdoor and telecom environments
  • Partner with RF, mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams to secure EMI / EMC certifications and seamless system integration
  • Generate BOMs, test plans, and manufacturing guides; champion DFM and DFT best practices
  • Mentor junior engineers and act as the primary technical liaison for suppliers and CMs

Required Skills & Experience

  • S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
  • 7 + yrs designing complex digital or mixed-signal hardware for wireless / telecom, edge compute, or networking products
  • Mastery of high-speed PCB layout, differential pair design, and PoE circuitry; strong Altium / Cadence / KiCad proficiency
  • Lab expertise with scopes, logic & spectrum analyzers, and automated SI / PI measurement setups
  • Track record releasing products to volume production and managing overseas contract manufacturers
  • Comfortable driving agile, distributed design reviews; excellent written and verbal communication

    • Bonus Points

  • Experience with mmWave radios or antenna arrays
  • Familiarity with carrier-class outdoor enclosures and environmental testing

    • Why You’ll Love It

  • Competitive compensation plus meaningful equity in a high-growth startup
  • Remote-first culture with flexible hours and periodic meet-ups in sunny San Diego
  • Green-field ownership and direct influence on next-generation connectivity hardware
  • Streamlined two-round interview process and option to begin part-time consulting during notice period

    • About Blue Signal :

    Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly / 46Gs4yS

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