Ceragon Networks
Senior RF & PHY Systems Engineer
Ceragon Networks is hiring a Senior RF & PHY Systems Engineer in Rosh Ha'ayin, Israel, to own the architecture, analysis, and hands-on performance verification of RF and physical-layer modem systems for next-generation wireless links. The role bridges baseband signal processing and analog RF hardware, relying on Python/MATLAB and deep RF test-and-measurement expertise.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Rosh Ha'ayin, Israel
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 8+ years of hands-on engineering experience in RF and physical layer (PHY) system design, analysis, or performance engineering for wireless communications
- Proven track record defining and executing system evaluations for RF, baseband, PHY, and modem performance
- Advanced proficiency in Python and/or MATLAB for algorithm validation, data analysis, instrument automation, and custom test scripts
- Deep practical knowledge operating high-frequency RF test equipment: spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and VNAs
- Exceptional deep-dive debugging skills isolating issues across RF, digital hardware, and physical layer software boundaries
- Solid understanding of RF chains and parameters: Noise Figure (NF), IP3, return loss (RL), and Superheterodyne / Zero-IF receiver architectures
- Excellent verbal and written communication in English with proven ability to author technical system documents and specifications
Nice to have
- Practical knowledge of I/Q modulation (QAM, PSK), Digital Predistortion (DPD), AGC, and EVM characterization
- Experience acting as a technical bridge/focal point with RFIC design, algorithm, software, and firmware teams
- Strong pragmatic problem-solving, broad system-level perspective, and collaborative approach in multidisciplinary environments
Full description
Serve as the technical focal point for advanced RF and physical layer (PHY) modem systems, driving the definition, analysis, and hands-on performance verification of next-generation wireless architectures. In this role, you bridge baseband signal processing and analog RF hardware, taking architectural and technical ownership of link performance, system behavior, and end-to-end functionality.
Requirements
Must Have
- Experience: 8+ years of hands-on engineering experience in RF and physical layer (PHY) system design, analysis, or performance engineering for wireless communications.
- System & Performance Scope: Proven track record defining and executing system evaluations associated with RF, baseband, PHY, and modem performance.
- Programming & Data Analysis: Advanced proficiency in Python and/or MATLAB for algorithm validation, data analysis, instrument automation, and custom test script development.
- RF Test & Measurement Expertise: Deep practical knowledge in operating high-frequency RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and vector network analyzers (VNAs).
- System Debugging Intuition: Exceptional deep-dive debugging skills capable of isolating issues across the boundaries of RF, digital hardware, and physical layer software.
- RF Principles: Solid understanding of RF chains and parameters, including Noise Figure (NF), third-order intercept point (IP3), return loss (RL), and receiver architectures (Superheterodyne / Zero-IF).
- Communication & Documentation: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with a proven ability to author technical system documents and specifications.
Nice to have
- Digital Communications & Impairments: Practical knowledge of I/Q modulation (QAM, PSK), Digital Predistortion (DPD), Automatic Gain Control (AGC), and Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) characterization.
- Cross-Functional Interface: Experience acting as a technical bridge or focal point communicating directly with RFIC design, algorithm, software, and firmware teams.
- Engineering Mindset: Strong pragmatic problem-solving skills, broad system-level perspective, and a collaborative approach in multidisciplinary engineering environments.