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Samsung Electronics · 4 hours ago

RF / HW Test Engineer

positionSan Jose, CA
timeContract
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$65/hr - $65/hr
date2+ years exp

Samsung Electronics is seeking a hands-on RF / Hardware Test Engineer with solid experience in mobile device prototypes and GNSS SoC platforms. The role involves hardware validation, debugging, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and compliance.

Consumer ElectronicsElectronicsManufacturingMobile AppsMobile Devices
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote
Hiring Manager
Kiran Joshi
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Responsibilities

Hardware Bring-Up & Validation
Support new hardware and board bring-ups
Execute and debug hardware validation tests across prototypes and product form factors
Identify and resolve HW-related issues, including schematic-level concerns
Isolate root causes for HW failures and coordinate closely with RF, SW, and test/tools teams
Read, understand, and validate hardware schematics and PCB layouts
Perform power measurement testing on hardware boards
Program and monitor power rails using schematic inspection and lab tools
Conduct RF measurements including P1dB, IIP, NF, and S-parameters
Analyze collected test data and prepare clear, actionable reports
Identify trends, issues, and risks early in the validation cycle
Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate test suites
Improve test efficiency and reduce debug cycle time
Follow all company policies and procedures to ensure product quality, safety, and reliability
Provide on-call or evening support as needed to meet critical milestones

Qualification

RF validation testingHardware validationPython for test automationData analysisLab equipment proficiencyProblem-solvingClear communicationAdaptability

Required

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
2+ years of laboratory experience testing mobile devices or SoC platforms
Hands-on experience in RF and HW validation testing
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to support on-call and extended-hour requests when required
Must be available onsite in San Jose, CA (5 days/week)

Company

Samsung Electronics

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Samsung Electronics is a technology company that engages in consumer electronics, IT and mobile communications, and device solutions.
dateFounded in 1969
location
Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, KOR
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.samsung.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.75B
Key Investors
U.S. Department of Commerce
2024-04-15Grant· $4.75B
2023-01-10Post Ipo Equity
1975-06-11IPO

Leadership Team

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Boo-Keun Yoon
President & CEO
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Jong Hee Han
Vice Chairman & CEO

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