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Systems Engineer – Telematics and Connectivity
| Company | Waymo |
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| Location | Mountain View, CA, USA |
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| Salary | $230000 – $292000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Strong understanding of digital communication theory and the ability to apply this knowledge to implementing wireless communication systems using various radio technologies, including UWB, cellular networks, BLE and Wi-Fi
- Experience with wireless systems and protocols, including data communication, telemetry, remote diagnostics, and software updates
- Proficiency in developing and executing test plans for wireless and telematics systems, including performance, reliability, and functional testing
- Ability to analyze wireless link performance, including path loss, antenna characteristics, and interference
- Experience with lab test equipment and software tools for wireless analysis and troubleshooting
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex wireless connectivity issues
- Experience with requirements management and the ability to document and track requirements effectively
- Experience with testing and validation of embedded systems
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of requirements and validation of wireless connectivity systems, encompassing WiFi, UWB (Ultra-Wideband), BLE, 4G LTE and 5G radio technologies, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and traceability
- Manage requirements for telematics systems across multiple vehicle platforms and for multiple geographic regions, including configuration management and reliability
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for wireless automotive systems, including system-level DVT (Design Verification Testing) efforts such as UWB distance and AOA (Angle of Arrival) accuracy testing or Wi-Fi performance analysis
- Conduct in-depth analysis of wireless link performance, including path loss measurements, antenna characterization and interference evaluation to optimize link performance in depots and parking lots
- Investigate and troubleshoot telematics and wireless connectivity issues, including carrier service outages and collision events
- Perform fleet data analysis and derive product goals into systems requirements
- Coordinate with external vendors and partners to ensure seamless integration and deployment of telematics solutions
- Oversee the prototyping and testing of new wireless hardware on bench, in hardware-in-the-loop environments and in-vehicle and ensure timely delivery of test results
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in telematics and wireless connectivity development and testing within the automotive or related industry
- Familiarity with UWB technology and its applications in automotive systems
- Experience with automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, Ethernet)
- Knowledge of automotive development processes and phases
- Experience with antenna design and characterization
- Experience with Over the Air updating
- Ability to travel as needed for testing and deployment activities
