About Analog Devices
Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).
Staff Embedded Systems Engineer – RF Systems
About the Role
We are seeking a Staff Embedded Systems Engineer with deep expertise in RF systems to lead the design, development, and optimization of embedded platforms that enable next-generation wireless technologies. This role is highly technical and research-driven, requiring mastery of embedded software, hardware integration, and RF system-level performance.
Key Responsibilities
- System Architecture & Design
- Define and implement embedded system architectures for RF front-end and transceiver platforms.
- Develop firmware and low-level drivers for RF control, calibration, and signal processing.
- Integrate RF hardware (PAs, LNAs, filters, tuners, switches, transceivers) with embedded software systems.
- Research & Development
- Explore new embedded control methodologies for adaptive RF systems (beamforming, dynamic tuning, coexistence).
- Prototype and validate advanced algorithms for RF calibration, power management, and signal integrity.
- Collaborate with silicon and RF design teams to co-optimize hardware/software interfaces.
- Validation & Optimization
- Develop automated test frameworks for embedded RF systems.
- Perform system-level debugging, profiling, and optimization to ensure real-time performance.
- Validate compliance with wireless standards (LTE, 5G NR, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) and regulatory requirements.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with RF design, hardware, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration.
- Provide technical leadership in embedded systems best practices and mentor junior engineers.
- Contribute to technical documentation, IP development, and internal knowledge sharing.
Qualifications
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in embedded systems engineering, with a focus on RF systems.
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ and embedded software development for real-time systems.
- Experience with microcontrollers, DSPs, FPGAs, and SoCs used in RF applications.
- Solid understanding of RF system design, calibration, and control.
- Familiarity with lab equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, oscilloscopes) for system validation.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with embedded Linux, RTOS, and hardware abstraction layers.
- Knowledge of digital signal processing for RF applications.
- Familiarity with high-speed interfaces (SPI, I2C, PCIe, Ethernet) in RF systems.
- Track record of patents, publications, or contributions to embedded RF technologies.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to lead cutting-edge embedded R&D projects in RF systems.
- Collaborative environment with access to advanced labs and global engineering teams.
- Competitive compe
Why You'll Love Working Here
At Analog Devices, you'll be part of a collaborative and innovative team that's shaping the future of technology. We offer a supportive environment focused on professional growth, competitive compensation and benefits, work-life balance, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact on the world.
Your expertise will shape the future of technology, and you'll be supported by a culture that values continuous advancement and professional growth. Join us and help create the technologies that bridge the physical and digital worlds, making a tangible difference in how people live, work, and connect.
For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.
Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.
Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days
Skills Required
- Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in embedded systems engineering focused on RF systems
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ and embedded software development for real-time systems
- Experience with microcontrollers, DSPs, FPGAs, and SoCs used in RF applications
- Solid understanding of RF system design, calibration, and control
- Familiarity with lab equipment for system validation
Analog Devices Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Analog Devices and has not been reviewed or approved by Analog Devices.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program is described as a standout feature, with company contribution up to 8% of base salary and immediate vesting. This structure strengthens long-term value even when cash compensation perceptions vary.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including medical, dental, and vision options along with disability and life insurance. Day-one eligibility and multiple plan choices add to perceived robustness.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off appears broad, with vacation ranging from roughly 17–25 days and increasing up to five weeks with tenure, alongside sick time and paid holidays. Parental leave and related time-off provisions further expand coverage.
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What We Do
Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) operates at the center of the modern digital economy, converting real-world phenomena into actionable insight with its comprehensive suite of analog and mixed signal, power management, radio frequency (RF), and digital and sensor technologies. ADI serves 125,000 customers worldwide with more than 75,000 products in the industrial, communications, automotive, and consumer markets. ADI is headquartered in Wilmington, MA.
