Power Amplifier Designer

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Location: Ottawa, ONT.
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About this opportunity:
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We are now looking for a PA Developer to enhance capability for our HW products in Development. Your role will include all development activities such as requirement analysis, system design, architecture design, hardware design, integration, verification, simulations, tools design, Product Lifecycle Management support and product documentation. Our focus is on Lean and Agile ways of working. We organize in cross functional development teams in which continuous improvement, innovation and knowledge sharing is part of the daily work.
What you will do:

• Design and simulation of PA board circuit level designs
• Deep understanding of component selection and characterization for PA designs.
• Experience with analysis and optimization of PA and RF circuits in general.
• Good experience of lab testing using RF test equipment's.
• Assist in troubleshooting and solving product related issues.
• Experience of working with Link budgets
• Perform open and closed loop testing during the project development life cycle.
• Some understanding of TX low power and Transmit observation receiver would be required.
• Working with a wider design community to understand system architecture, link-budgets for transmit chain and defining amplifier solutions that would fulfil all requirements (i.e., performance, form-factor, cost, manufacturability etc.) for a timely & successful product delivery
• Designing & developing high-power amplifiers modules (10W to 1000W) in the 400 MHz to 4000 MHz frequency range and will support their higher-level integration into radio with digital pre-distortion techniques to meet regulatory & internal requirements
• Modeling and characterizing linear/non-linear circuit elements used in high-power RF power amplifier modules
• Using advanced CAD/Simulation tools for modelling, analysis and to generate layout & schematics for power amplifier module
• Utilizing your analytical skills to troubleshoot & solve (design/manufacturability) issues at both, power amplifier module-level, and upon its integration at the radio system-level.
• We use the latest design and testing methodologies.

The skills you bring:

• Candidates should have a minimum of 1-3 years of experience working directly in the development of radio products (systemization, hardware design, integration, or test).
• Solid understanding of basic communications and wireless systems theory and technology
• Strong knowledge of 3GPP specifications, especially in Radio performance characteristics
• Some knowledge of radio standards (2G, 3G,4G, WCDMA, LTE, Wi-Fi, 5G)
• Strong knowledge of RF test instruments and verification process for PA design.
• Load Pull and Source pull simulations and measurements is important
• Experience in the development and analysis of simulations, knowledge of simulation environments like ADS, AWR and/or MATLAB
• Python based scripting experience.
• Wide Band GaN PA knowledge
• PA supplier knowledge and technology trends.

What happens once you apply?
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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
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DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: Canada (CA) || Ottawa (Country/ City)
Job details: Developer
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
The salary range for this position is
• LOCATION: $69,000 - $90,300 CAD
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit's objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your Health
Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of 3 medical and dental plan options that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Core level coverage is paid for fully by Ericsson.
Your Financial Security
We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Ericsson's Group Retirement & Savings Program offers an automatic 2% company contribution into the Pension Plan. Ericsson also offers a 50% match of employee's contribution into the Registered Retirement Savings Plan, up to 8% of the employee's contribution (maximum of 4% match). This leads to a total company contribution potential of 6%. Employees will also receive basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage at two-times annual base pay at no cost, as well as short-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson's Stock Purchase Plan.
Your Time
Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 18 days of accrued vacation, plus at least 3personal days, minimum 10 holidays, 1 volunteer day, and sick days. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee's start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 10 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional Benefits
Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, wellness account, and recognition programs.