SENIOR DIGITAL HARDWARE ENGINEER
RICHARDSON • TEXAS, USA
About Airspan Networks
Airspan Networks is a leading provider of groundbreaking wireless solutions, enabling connectivity for the next generation of mobile and fixed networks. With a global presence, Airspan focuses on delivering innovative technologies that drive advancements in Open RAN and accelerate 5G adoption worldwide. Backed by strong investments and a team of world-class experts, Airspan supports telecom operators and enterprises in achieving their digital transformation goals.
At Airspan, we’re on the cutting edge of 4G and 5G RAN software and hardware development, creating innovative solutions that drive the future of wireless connectivity. With over a million cells deployed worldwide, our disruptive Open RAN platform is transforming carrier networks and critical infrastructure across the globe.
Airspan is more than just a workplace; it’s a launchpad for your career. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation, ensuring a bright future for both our company and our employees. Our greatest strength lies in our people—a team of brilliant minds from diverse backgrounds working together to achieve extraordinary results.
With offices in the USA, UK, India, Colombia, Poland, Japan, and Israel, Airspan offers a global working environment that values collaboration, creativity, and excellence. Whether you’re based in one of our offices or working remotely, you’ll be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of connectivity.
About the Role:
As a Senior Digital Hardware Engineer, you will join Airspan’s dynamic and highly experienced team, working to design and develop digital systems that support multiple advanced technologies. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the evolution of technology by driving innovative designs that meet stringent performance, environmental, and manufacturing requirements.
Airspan’s hardware portfolio is built for scalability and reliability, with proven success in delivering cutting-edge wireless solutions that meet the demands of public and private networks with unmatched efficiency and performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead hardware development within digital and mixed signal domain for cellular radio infrastructure products.
- Ownership of PCBA design from concept phase to full final design and EVT/DVT phase of the product.
- Design and implement power management and power sequencing circuitry.
- Develop high-speed clock and distribution circuitry.
- Work with system engineers to derive block-level specifications based on target requirements.
- Perform feasibility studies and participate in early project estimates.
- Work closely with RF, analog, digital, test, and firmware engineers.
- Lead board bring-up activities, conduct detailed performance characterization, optimization, and debug.
- Support procurement and manufacturing production activities.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution (advanced degrees are a plus).
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in high-performance digital hardware design.
- Strong experience with high-speed digital interfaces such as JESD, DDR, eCPRI.
- Proficiency in mixed signal chain, analog circuitry, microcontrollers, FPGAs, and SoCs.
- Familiarity with various data protocols: USB, UART, I2C, SPI, JTAG.
- Strong background with standard tools used to perform schematic capture and layout (e.g., OrCad, Cadence).
- Experience working with high-volume manufacturing processes.
- Experience in design for ESD compliance and safety.
- Hands-on experience in using spectrum analyzers, high-speed oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other standard lab equipment.
- Experience with signal integrity (SI) simulations is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Us?:
At Airspan, you’ll work in an environment that values flexibility and innovation. Whether you’re an experienced professional or looking to grow your career, you’ll be joining a team that prioritizes collaboration and creativity. Be part of a company with a global reach, a strong track record, and an exciting vision for the future of wireless connectivity.
