What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff RF Engineer position at GoPro?
Location: In Office (San Mateo, CA). This role requires in office work 4-5 days/week.
The Role
GoPro is seeking a top-tier candidate for the role of Staff RF Engineer, responsible for implementing wireless technologies across GoPro products. Working closely with the core engineering team, you will contribute to the design and validation process from concept through prototype and into mass production, collaborating extensively with cross-functional teams throughout development. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, and GNSS systems, with hands-on experience in both design and verification of these or similar wireless technologies used in mobile products, including a strong understanding of receiver de‑sense mitigation techniques.
What You Will Do
Create your own destiny. GoPro enables you and trusts you to get your own job done, because we believe that autonomy in role brings out the best in our employees.
Live your best life. We’ve adopted remote and flexible work arrangements to support work at GoPro alongside our commitment to supporting employee wellbeing, belonging and connection with one another.
Work with leading edge technologies. We encourage employees to cultivate and use the latest and greatest technology, to provide the best solutions to serve our customers. We celebrate creative solutions that bring innovation to GoPro technology.
GoPro Highlights
The pay range for this role is between $148,200 - $185,300. Actual pay within the range is dependent on multiple factors, including your residence location and prior work experience. Equity, benefits, and a discretionary bonus may be additional forms of compensation for this role and are not included in the provided pay range.
The Role
GoPro is seeking a top-tier candidate for the role of Staff RF Engineer, responsible for implementing wireless technologies across GoPro products. Working closely with the core engineering team, you will contribute to the design and validation process from concept through prototype and into mass production, collaborating extensively with cross-functional teams throughout development. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, and GNSS systems, with hands-on experience in both design and verification of these or similar wireless technologies used in mobile products, including a strong understanding of receiver de‑sense mitigation techniques.
What You Will Do
- Design RF solutions and architectures for cameras, accessories, and other consumer electronics products, including evaluation of new wireless technologies
- Develop schematics, guide RF component placement, and work with PCB layout teams.
- Use RF simulation and measurement tools for design, tuning, and optimization.
- Lead cross‑functional design reviews with ME, EE, FW, SW, and ID teams.
- Carry out design bring-up and optimization, including debug, desense mitigation, and regulatory compliance
- Analyze test data to resolve failures and ensure a robust, reliable product.
- BS in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with 5–10 years RF hardware experience.
- Hands‑on expertise with Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, GNSS, MIMO, LTE, or similar wireless systems.
- Strong knowledge of RF front ends, transceivers, system architecture, and de‑sense mitigation.
- Experience with ADS/Genesys/CST, plus schematic/PCB tools (OrCAD, Allegro a plus).
- Proven debugging ability across board bring‑up, calibration, EMI/EMC, and certification.
- Excellent cross‑functional collaboration skills; mentoring or leadership experience preferred.
Create your own destiny. GoPro enables you and trusts you to get your own job done, because we believe that autonomy in role brings out the best in our employees.
Live your best life. We’ve adopted remote and flexible work arrangements to support work at GoPro alongside our commitment to supporting employee wellbeing, belonging and connection with one another.
Work with leading edge technologies. We encourage employees to cultivate and use the latest and greatest technology, to provide the best solutions to serve our customers. We celebrate creative solutions that bring innovation to GoPro technology.
GoPro Highlights
- Get your very own GoPro camera gear
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance – premiums are 100% paid for employees, 80% paid for dependents
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Generous time off policy
- 12 weeks paid parental leave for new parents
- Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) options
- Discounted employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
- LiveHealthy monthly wellness reimbursement
- Wellness programs including 1:1 Coaching, 1:1 Therapy sessions, and mental health resources
- Innovative remote-friendly wellness classes and events
- Flexible work arrangements
- Monthly phone and internet reimbursement
- Professional personal development opportunities, i.e. Opportunity Lab, technology trainings, certifications, Peer-to-Peer learning, conferences and more
- Opportunities to get involved in the causes that you care about (annual camera donation volunteer events)
The pay range for this role is between $148,200 - $185,300. Actual pay within the range is dependent on multiple factors, including your residence location and prior work experience. Equity, benefits, and a discretionary bonus may be additional forms of compensation for this role and are not included in the provided pay range.
Salary : $148,200 - $185,300