The Role
Research and develop machine-learning-based physical-layer algorithms for 5G and future wireless products. Design, train, optimize, and benchmark neural networks for channel estimation, signal detection, beamforming, and decoding, targeting real-time embedded deployment. Responsibilities span research, simulation, Python/PyTorch/TensorFlow and MATLAB prototyping, specification, implementation support, integration, and customer release. The role evaluates ML approaches against traditional DSP methods for accuracy, latency, computational cost, and system performance.
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Parallel Wireless is reimagining mobile networks with innovative, energy-efficient Open RAN solutions. Join us as we lead the future of telecommunications, driving innovation through green and sustainable networks. Learn more about our mission, vision and values.
We are looking for highly motivated, experienced, and passionate wireless algorithm experts for the research and design of advanced cellular communication algorithms, leveraging neural networks and machine learning techniques, for our 5G and beyond products.
What you'll do:
- Conduct algorithmic research, balancing performance, implementation cost, real-time constraints, and time-to-market, with a strong focus on ML-based approaches for PHY layer processing.
- Design and train neural network models for PHY tasks such as channel estimation, signal detection, beamforming, and decoding, targeting real-time inference on embedded platforms.
- Develop algorithms from initial research and simulation through to official customer releases, including literature reviews, ML model prototyping using Python, PyTorch, and TensorFlow, MATLAB modeling, specification writing, and support throughout implementation and end-to-end integration.
- Evaluate and benchmark ML-based solutions against traditional DSP approaches, considering accuracy, latency, computational cost, and overall system performance.
What you should have:
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar) and neural network architectures (CNNs, RNNs, transformers, autoencoders).
- Familiarity with model optimization techniques for real-time deployment: quantization, pruning, knowledge distillation, and hardware-aware neural architecture search.
- An independent problem solver with excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
- Eager to learn and develop your professional skills in the fields of wireless communications and applied machine learning.
- Team player: Excellent communication skills, and ability to thrive in a global multi-site environment.
- Experience applying ML/DL to physical layer problems (e.g., channel estimation, MIMO detection, CSI feedback, learned codebooks, or end-to-end learned communication systems) - Advantage.
- Experience in PHY algorithms development for wireless modems - Advantage.
- Good understanding of the cellular standards (LTE/NR) - Advantage.
- Experience with ONNX Runtime, TensorRT, or similar inference engines - Advantage.
Education:
- M.Sc / PhD in electrical engineering (major in communication theory and systems, signal processing, and/or machine learning - Advantage).
Parallel Wireless is expanding the ecosystem for Open RAN with the GreenRAN™ energy-efficient Hardware-Agnostic technology. Deployed worldwide, our comprehensive 2G/3G/4G/5G Macro RAN solutions enhance network security while reducing operating expenses. As pioneers of Open RAN, we prioritize innovation, flexibility, and sustainability to help build a more connected, and green networks. Headquartered in the USA with global R&D centers, we are proud to serve over 60 customers worldwide and have been recognized with over 100 industry awards. Our mission is to accelerate GSMA’s Mobile Net Zero initiative by reducing TCO and driving innovation across the telecom ecosystem.Learn more at www.parallelwireless.com.
Parallel Wireless embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams representing all backgrounds, with a wide range of perspectives, and empowering industry-leading skills. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.Parallel Wireless does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies or individuals. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Parallel Wireless employees, or any other company location. Parallel Wireless is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
Skills Required
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
- Experience with neural network architectures including CNNs, RNNs, transformers, and autoencoders
- Familiarity with model optimization techniques such as quantization, pruning, knowledge distillation, and hardware-aware neural architecture search
- Strong mathematical and analytical problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a global, multi-site team
- Experience applying machine learning or deep learning to physical-layer wireless problems
- Experience developing PHY algorithms for wireless modems
- Understanding of LTE and 5G NR cellular standards
- Experience with ONNX Runtime, TensorRT, or similar inference engines
- M.Sc. or Ph.D. in electrical engineering, communications, signal processing, or machine learning
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The Company
What We Do
At Parallel Wireless, we believe that software has the power to unleash amazing opportunities for the world. We disrupt the ways wireless networks are built and operated. We are reimagining how hardware, software and the cloud work together to change deployment economics for our customers. Our ALL G O-RAN software platform forms an open, secure and intelligent RAN architecture to deliver wireless connectivity, so all people can be connected whenever, wherever, and however they choose. We are engaged with over 50 global MNOs and have been recognized with over 74 industry awards. At the core of what we do is our team of Reimaginers who value innovation, collaboration, openness and customer success. For more information, visit: www.parallelwireless.com.
