Wireless Software Engineer (Embedded)

TL;DR

Wireless Software Engineer (Embedded/Wireless): Designing and implementing physical and MAC layer software for the Starlink satellite constellation with an accent on signal processing and network protocols. Focus on hardware bring-up, optimizing networking algorithms for real-time satellite connectivity, and developing software for custom RF hardware.

Location: Sunnyvale, CA. Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible for ITAR authorization.

Salary: $135,000 - $185,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is developing Starlink, the world's largest satellite constellation, to provide fast and reliable broadband internet to millions of users worldwide.

What you will do

• Design, implement, test, and maintain physical and MAC layer software for the Starlink wireless stack.
• Participate in the architecture of next-generation Starlink hardware and signal processing algorithms.
• Perform hardware bring-up, debugging, and verification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for end-to-end system integration.
• Develop prototypes to validate design concepts and quantify technical constraints.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, Math, or STEM (or 2+ years of professional C/C++ experience).
• Experience working with wireless software or network protocols.
• Must meet ITAR requirements: U.S. citizen, permanent resident (green card holder), refugee, or asylee.
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Nice to have

• Strong knowledge of RF systems (noise figure, link budget, non-linearity).
• Experience writing software for RF/mixed-signal integrated circuits (PLLs, mixers, data-converters).
• Familiarity with DSP algorithms (FFT, channel estimation, doppler compensation).
• Experience using RF spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Knowledge of Wi-Fi, LTE, 5G, or satellite broadband physical/MAC layers.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with long-term incentives (stock options or cash awards).
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid parental leave, 3 weeks of paid vacation, and 10+ paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick leave according to company policy.