RF Engineer
Sunnyvale, CARedmond, WA • Full Time
Meta Quest
AR/VR
Facebook Reality Labs
Engineering
Hardware
At Meta Reality Labs, we’re developing the future of augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality(MR). As an RF Engineer focused on wireless consumer devices, you will have the opportunity to work on the intricate and complex challenges impacting product design to deliver the state of the art wireless solution.
RF Engineer Responsibilities
  • Design and develop RF connectivity solutions for consumer electronic products
  • Responsible for part selection, prototyping, factory bring up and lab bench debug and root cause.
  • Review product designs at schematic, board layout, mechanical structure and other design levels.
  • Perform RF link budget analysis and debug RF issues in the lab.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure RF performance are met at component, board and system level.
  • Monitor and ensure RF performance metrics are met— EVM, transmit power, and receiver sensitivity—are met or exceeded for connectivity technologies.
  • Support EM simulation efforts using tools like HFSS, ADS, and CST Studio to identify and resolve RF performance issues and optimize RF design.
  • Domestic/international travel as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
  • BSEE/BSc with 3+ years, or MS with 2+ years wireless consumer electronics industry experience, semiconductor or PhD in related engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledgeable in analog, digital and mixed-signal circuit analysis.
  • Knowledgeable in RF design with technical understanding of radio technologies:WiFi/BT, GPS, etc.
  • Familiarity with RF schematic and PCB layout best practices and guidelines.
  • Knowledge of electromagnetic simulations and familiarity with common EM tools.
  • Hands on knowledge of general purpose RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzer etc.
Preferred Qualifications
  • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with emphasis in RF circuits or RF systems design or Electromagnetics.
  • 3+ years of experience in designing connectivity RF hardware solutions for consumer electronics
  • Experience in WiFi/BT RF design, optimization and validation.
  • Familiarity with one or more connectivity technologies - WiFi, BT, GNSS, UWB
  • Proficient in one or more electromagnetic simulation tools such as Ansys and CST etc.
  • Experience working on cellular RF hardware is a plus.
  • Familiarity with connectivity technology regulatory requirements
For those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click here for additional information.
About Meta
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

$111,000/year to $164,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.


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Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here.

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