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Application Engineer - Bay Area

Rohde & Schwarz
Rohde & Schwarz Salary
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/27/2026
Rohde & Schwarz provides our customers in North America with extensive after- sales support, training, free technical support and close personal contact from our engineers out in the field. We are currently looking for an Application Engineer in the Bay Area area to support the full suite of our test and measurement product portfolio. Candidates must be located in the San Jose / Fremont / Oakland area.

Your tasks

  • Pre/Post-sales support, including customer demonstrations
  • Technical support for RF and microwave Test and Measurement instruments
  • Support and consulting of customer test plan implementation and development
  • Develop and present local seminars and customer training sessions
  • Contribute to the creation of white papers, application notes and professional articles
  • Provide technical feedback to product line

Your Qualifications

  • BSEE (or equivalent) with at least 5 years experience in RF or Microwave test and/or design. MSEE preferred.
  • Experience working with test equipment including Signal Analyzers, Signal Generators and Vector Network Analyzers.
  • Experience in testing digital communications systems and components.
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer interface skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to travel up to 35% within the region and occasional international travel
  • Previous experience with R&S and competitor test equipment is a plus
  • Customer facing and sales environment experience
  • Programming experience (C/C , Visual Basic, Matlab, Python, LabVIEW, etc) a plus
  • US Citizenship is required

Interested?

The total compensation for this position is $140K-$215K. Total compensation includes base salary, variable pay (when applicable) plus benefits. The range is determined by the position, geographic location and level. Individual pay within the range is determined by several factors including location, education or training, relevant work history, sales incentive structure and job-related skills.

We promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with and without disabilities. We offer an inclusive work environment where all individuals can develop their skills and talents regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion, worldview, age, sexual orientation, identity, and other characteristics.

The Rohde & Schwarz technology group is among the trailblazers when it comes to paving the way for a safer and connected world with its leading solutions in test & measurement, technology systems, and networks & cybersecurity. Founded more than 85 years ago, the group is a reliable partner for industry and government customers around the world.

Our offer

  • Flexible working hour models
  • Training & continuing education
  • Privately owned company
  • Promoting innovation
  • Long-term & attractive work environment

Salary : $140,000 - $215,000

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