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Rf Ran Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Work closely with avionics, GNC, power, RF, and software teams What we're looking for * Formula SAE ... You wired harnesses, machined parts, tuned systems, ran tests, or fixed failures in the field * You ...

Engineer (Formula SAE Track)

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$100K - $160K/yr

Work closely with avionics, GNC, power, RF, and software teams What we're looking for * Formula SAE ... You wired harnesses, machined parts, tuned systems, ran tests, or fixed failures in the field * You ...

Engineer (Formula SAE Track)

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$100K - $160K/yr

Work closely with avionics, GNC, power, RF, and software teams What we're looking for * Formula SAE ... You wired harnesses, machined parts, tuned systems, ran tests, or fixed failures in the field * You ...

Possess a solid understanding of theory and application related to RAN * Openly share ideas to help ... You understand basic RF Engineering, Radio Frequency theory, and Electricity and Electronics Theory

Possess a solid understanding of theory and application related to RAN * Openly share ideas to help ... You understand basic RF Engineering, Radio Frequency theory, and Electricity and Electronics Theory

Possess a solid understanding of theory and application related to RAN * Openly share ideas to help ... You understand basic RF Engineering, Radio Frequency theory, and Electricity and Electronics Theory

Possess a solid understanding of theory and application related to RAN * Openly share ideas to help ... You understand basic RF Engineering, Radio Frequency theory, and Electricity and Electronics Theory

Possess a solid understanding of theory and application related to RAN * Openly share ideas to help ... You understand basic RF Engineering, Radio Frequency theory, and Electricity and Electronics Theory

Possess a solid understanding of theory and application related to RAN * Openly share ideas to help ... You understand basic RF Engineering, Radio Frequency theory, and Electricity and Electronics Theory

Possess a solid understanding of theory and application related to RAN * Openly share ideas to help ... You understand basic RF Engineering, Radio Frequency theory, and Electricity and Electronics Theory

Possess a solid understanding of theory and application related to RAN * Openly share ideas to help ... You understand basic RF Engineering, Radio Frequency theory, and Electricity and Electronics Theory

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What are the typical challenges faced by RF RAN engineers when optimizing network performance in a live environment?

RF RAN engineers often face challenges such as managing interference, balancing coverage and capacity, and troubleshooting unexpected network issues in real time. Working in a live environment requires quick problem-solving and close coordination with field teams, network operations, and other engineers to minimize downtime and maintain service quality. Adapting to rapidly changing technologies and customer demands also requires ongoing learning and flexibility, making the role both demanding and rewarding.

What are RF RAN engineers?

RF RAN engineers are professionals who specialize in designing, optimizing, and maintaining the radio access network (RAN) components of wireless communication systems. They work with radio frequency (RF) technologies to ensure reliable and efficient wireless coverage and capacity for mobile networks. Their responsibilities include planning cell site locations, configuring network parameters, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and supporting the rollout of technologies like 4G LTE and 5G. RF RAN engineers play a crucial role in delivering high-quality wireless services to end users.

What is the difference between Rf Ran vs Rf Engineer?

AspectRf RanRf Engineer
CertificationsWireless certifications, LTE/5G trainingWireless certifications, LTE/5G training
Work EnvironmentNetwork deployment, site installation, testingNetwork design, testing, troubleshooting
Industry UsageTelecom operators, network providersTelecom companies, network vendors

Rf Ran professionals focus on deploying and maintaining radio access network hardware, including site installation and testing. Rf Engineers typically handle network design, optimization, and troubleshooting. While both roles require similar certifications and work in telecom environments, Rf Ran roles are more hands-on with hardware deployment, whereas Rf Engineers focus on network performance and planning.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an RF RAN Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an RF RAN Engineer, you need strong knowledge of radio frequency (RF) principles, wireless communication standards, and a degree in telecommunications or a related field. Proficiency with RF planning tools (such as Atoll or Asset), drive test equipment, and network management systems is typically required. Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication are essential soft skills for optimizing network performance and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills are critical for ensuring reliable wireless network coverage and high-quality service for users.
What cities in California are hiring for Rf Ran jobs? Cities in California with the most Rf Ran job openings:
Infographic showing various Rf Ran job openings in California as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.
Technical Director of Mixed Signal

Technical Director of Mixed Signal

MaxLinear, Inc.

Irvine, CA

$159K - $247K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

MaxLinear is a leading provider of radio frequency (RF), analog, digital, and mixed-signal integrated circuits (ICs) and software solutions for access, connectivity, wired and wireless infrastructure, and industrial applications. MaxLinear’s technologies empower next-generation products across a variety of markets, including broadband access, connectivity, infrastructure, and industrial systems. Our Key Product Offerings are:

  • Keystone: The first low-power 5-nm 100G PAM4 DSP SoC, optimized for active electrical and optical cables
  • Sierra: A single-chip solution for 5G Open RAN radio units
  • Wi-Fi 7 Solutions: The world’s first Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 7 tri-band single-chip solutions and access points
  • Panther: An ultra-low latency Data Processing Unit (DPU) storage accelerator for enterprise and hyperscale data centers, delivering up to 3.2 Tbps throughput

MaxLinear is seeking a Technical Director in Analog, Mixed-Signal, and RF IC Design to join our team. In this role, you will focus on the following:

  • Provide hands-on technical leadership, driving key strategic decisions, roadmaps, and architectural developments for mixed-signal designs across global teams
  • Collaborate with IC designers and system engineers to develop high-performance analog and mixed-signal circuits for next-generation products
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop top engineering talent, fostering a high-performance culture
  • Drive collaboration with support teams (CAD, technology, and digital) to enhance productivity across the organization

  • Extensive technical expertise in data converters, with hands-on IC tape-out and productization experience
  • Strong ability to translate high-level specifications into block-level design requirements
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven experience providing customer-facing support throughout product development and release-to-production phases
  • BS in Electrical Engineering or related + 13 years of experience, or MS + 11 years of experience, or Ph.D. + 8 years of experience

MaxLinear has a Total Compensation philosophy which includes base salary and annual discretionary bonus eligibility and many positions also include stock-based compensation.

MaxLinear expects to offer a starting base salary within the range for Southern California of:  $143,600 to $222,985 Annually

MaxLinear expects to offer a starting base salary within the range for San Francisco Bay Area of:  $159,200 to $247,135 Annually

We offer competitive benefits designed to support employee health, welfare, and retirement and some highlights are:  health care benefits, 401k savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and paid time off.

The actual starting base salary will be determined by the match to certain role-related criteria such as educational degree(s) or equivalent, relevant work experience, skillset needed for the role, and geographic location; this is not an all-inclusive list as some roles may require unique skills or experience.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on race, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.


MaxLinear is a global, NASDAQ-traded company (MXL) where the entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well. We are a fabless system-on-chip product company, striving to improve the world’s communication networks for everyone through our highly integrated radio-frequency (RF), analog, digital, and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions for access and connectivity, wired and wireless infrastructure, and industrial and multi-market applications.

We hire the best people in the industry and engage them in some of the most exciting opportunities that connect the world we live in today. Our growth has come from innovative, bold approaches to solving some of the world’s most challenging communication technology problems in the most efficient and effective manner.

MaxLinear began by developing the world’s first high-performance TV tuner chip using standard CMOS process technology. Others said we couldn’t achieve the extremely high-performance requirements using CMOS, but we proved them wrong and achieved enduring global market leadership with our designs. Since then, we’ve developed a full line of products that drive 4G and 5G infrastructure; enable data center, metro and long-haul optical interconnects; bring 10Gbit to the home; power the IoT revolution; and enable robust and reliable communication in harsh industrial environments. Over the years, we’ve expanded through organic growth and through several acquisitions that have perfectly complemented our existing portfolio and enabled us to deliver complete end-to-end solutions in our target markets. One such example was the acquisition of Intel’s Home Gateway Platform Division that added Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and Broadband Gateway Processor SoC technology to our connected home portfolio creating a complete and scalable platform of connectivity and access solutions to fully address our customers’ needs.

Our headquarters are in Carlsbad, near San Diego, California. We also have major design centers in Irvine and San Jose, California; Valencia, Spain; Bangalore, India; Munich, Germany; Israel; and Singapore.

We have approximately 1,200 employees, a substantial majority of whom have engineering degrees and include masters and Ph.D. graduates from many of the premiere universities around the world. Our employees thrive on innovation, outstanding execution, outside-the-box thinking, nimbleness, and collaboration. Together, we form a high-energy business team that is focused on building the best and most innovative products on the market.