Principal Modem Engineer

Overview

This is an Opportunity in Boise, ID, San Diego, CA, or US Remote

 

Cradlepoint - a part of Ericsson - was born in Boise and built for wireless. We are a team of authentic, hard-working, and innovative people driven by a shared vision toConnect Beyond the limits of wired networks. We help customers - big and small, across industries and around the world - utilize LTE and 5G cellular technology to connect people, places, and things, anywhere.We're at the forefront of the Wireless WAN and 5G - the next big waves in networking - and we remain as hungry and humble as the day we started. If you're hungry to be part of something big, come join us.

Responsibilities

How Will You Contribute to the Company?

 

The Principal Modem Engineer is a key role responsible for architecting and implementing modem firmware and BSP for NCOS, as well as working on the roadmap for the future.

 

What Will You Do?

• Design and develop scalable embedded f/w, stack and NCOS drivers to integrate multi-modems HW
• Perform modem bring up with NCOS modem drivers and ensure modem function for features and performance
• Assist the team in debugging including writing/improving test tools
• Support team during critical issues with modem SW integrations
• Help stabilize the S/W

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/MS in computer science or equivalent qualifications
• Five (5+) years of embedded Linux FW device driver and feature development experience
• Solid programming skills in C/C++ with a good understanding of OS concepts
• Strong understanding of ARM architecture, RTOS, and multiprocessor communication mechanisms
• Strong FW debugging and analytical skills

Bonus Points: 

• Ten (10+) years of industry experience in architecting and implementing BSP/Device Driver including debugging experience in multiple driver areas
• Three (3+) years of experience in bringing up host modem drivers, implementing and optimizing Modem communication platform software and SDK. Knowledgeable in Embedded Modem SoC Architecture, PCIe, SIM Driver, UART, SPI / I2C, SHM (shared memory), and SOC Bring-up
• Experience with HW platforms, identify performance bottlenecks in the system and take ownership of the related optimizations
• Ability to independently pursue new ideas and innovations
• Ability to work with cross-functional development (HW and SW) and Validation (QA) teams to diagnose/root-cause issues

 

Note: Did you know that women and other marginalized groups often hold back on applying to jobs if they don't meet 100% of all listed requirements? We don't want you to hold back! If you don't check every single box above but still feel like you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply! We'd love to connect and see how you could add to our team.

 

Why Cradlepoint?

At Cradlepoint, we celebrate & support the unique contributions of our vibrant, global employee base. We know that our differences of perspective inspire creativity and drive innovation. Our culture is based on a set of shared values designed to unite and enable our community to thrive.

 

At Cradlepoint, we are hungry & humble.  Our values drive everything we do.

• Respect: we seek to understand, value all perspectives and celebrate our differences.
• Integrity: we take ownership and accountability and do the right thing - even when it's hard.
• Perseverance: we accept and embrace change and have a passion to win.
• Professionalism: we build trust by delivering on our promises and working collaboratively to hold each other accountable.

 Our focus areas define how we work:

• Cooperation & Collaboration: we are one team.
• Courageous, Fact-based Decisions: be a curious learner and ask questions.
• Execute with Speed: empower employees and guide.
• Speak-up environment: dare to disagree.
• Empathy & Humanness: care for each other and support work life balance.

 We are creating the future of global connectivity & building the new network for the new enterprise. Come join us. You belong here.

 

Compensation and Benefits at Cradlepoint

At Cradlepoint, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to help with your individual needs and goals.

 

Your Pay:

The salary range for this position is listed below.  The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

 

• $143,500 - $266,800

Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus and a cash-based long-term incentive. These variable pay opportunities are dependent upon the attainment of goals and objectives as determined by Cradlepoint's Senior Leadership team. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply. 

 

Your Health:

Cradlepoint offers excellent, competitive employee benefits, such as: subsidized, nationwide PPO medical benefit options including a low-deductible Point of Service Plan and a qualifying High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), with a generous company-provided HSA contribution. For California employees, we offer a subsidized HMO option through Kaiser. Cradlepoint also offers subsidized dental and vision coverage.

 

Your Financial Security:

We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Cradlepoint's 401(k) plan has a 4% company match and immediate vesting. Employees will also receive company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance and company-paid disability benefits.

 

Your Time:

Your work-life balance is important to us. Cradlepoint provides generous paid time off, including: 15 days of Flexible Time Off (FTO), four paid quarterly well-being days, and 11 paid annual holidays (includes nine company holidays and up to two floating holidays).  Please note that an employee's FTO balance and floating holidays may be prorated in the first year, based on start date.   Cradlepoint also offers paid maternity-leave benefits and six weeks 100% paid family leave for all employees. 

 

Additional Benefits:

Cradlepoint offers other company-paid benefits such as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, a free Headspace membership, LinkedIn Learning access, Talkspace mobile therapy, and volunteer paid time off.

 

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Cradlepoint's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging mission is to create an inclusive work environment where all employees' differences are celebrated, their thoughts matter, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aim to attract, develop, and engage top talent from a diverse candidate pool. It is our policy and commitment to provide equal opportunity employment for all persons and not discriminate in employment decisions by placing the most qualified person in each job, without regard to any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME