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Senior Wireless Modem Software Engineer

Spanidea Inc Ltd.
San Jose, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 6/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/15/2026
Senior 5G NR Layer 1 Software Engineer

Location: San Jose, CA


We are seeking a highly motivated Senior 5G NR Layer 1 Software Engineer to develop, optimize, and validate wireless modem software for next-generation 5G products. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in embedded software development, 3GPP Layer 1 (PHY) technologies, and wireless communication systems.


Required Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 5 years of experience; OR Master’s degree with 3 years of experience; OR PhD with relevant industry experience.
  • Strong programming skills in C/C within embedded and real-time software environments.
  • Hands-on experience with 5G NR and LTE Layer 1 (PHY) software development.
  • Solid understanding of physical channel processing, including PDCCH, PDSCH, PBCH, and related PHY procedures.
  • Experience with embedded systems, hardware abstraction layers (HAL), and low-level software development.
  • Proven experience in feature development, debugging, validation, performance analysis, and optimization.
Preferred Qualifications


  • Working knowledge of higher-layer wireless protocols, including MAC, RLC, PDCP, and RRC.
  • Experience with wireless test equipment, modem bring-up, and commercial modem software platforms.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities


  • Design, develop, and optimize 5G NR Layer 1 software features for wireless modem products.
  • Implement and enhance PHY-layer algorithms and procedures to improve performance and reliability.
  • Debug and resolve complex software and system-level issues in embedded environments.
  • Collaborate with system architects, protocol engineers, and validation teams to deliver high-quality modem solutions.
  • Analyze performance metrics and drive continuous improvements in modem efficiency and throughput.


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