Senior Researcher - RF Microwave

Huawei Canada has an immediate permanent opening for a Senior Researcher.

About the team:

Welcome to the Advanced Wireless Technology Wireless Lab, an epitome of innovation located in Ottawa, Canada. Here, amid the dynamic panorama of technological progress, our team consists mainly of seasoned graduate computer engineers and computer scientists. With diverse experiences ranging from fresh perspectives to decades-long industry immersion, we are united by our fervour for pioneering wireless solutions.

About the job:

• Conduct cutting-edge research to develop innovative concepts and solutions across new materials, device-level technologies, passive/active circuits, and system-level architectures for RF/microwave extremely large antenna arrays (ELAA) and large intelligent surface (LIS) systems.
• Design and develop RF/microwave transceiver circuits/modules and EM passive structures, utilizing expertise in EM behavior, integration, packaging, and fabrication to optimize system performance.
• Apply advanced electromagnetic (EM) theory and principles, along with mathematical methods, to perform EM modeling and simulation of large antenna array systems, including advanced concepts in extended near-field region EM beamforming, beam focusing, and wavefront shaping.
• Apply AI/ML-based techniques to the research and development of RF/microwave passive EM structures, active circuits/modules, and component/system modeling, calibration, and compensation techniques.
• Collaborate with the team to conduct field tests and proof-of-concept demonstrations, validating theoretical concepts and ensuring practical, real-world applicability.
• Stay continuously updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, actively contributing to the advancement of cutting-edge RF/microwave architecture and technology research and innovations.

About the ideal candidate:

• PhD, (Post-doctoral is an asset), in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field with a focus on RF/microwave design and electromagnetic (EM) theory.
• Expertise in RF/microwave passive/active circuit design/testing and electromagnetic (EM) theory and principles.
• Expertise or knowledge in AI/ML-based techniques is highly valued and considered an asset.
• Proficiency in design tools such as CST/HFSS, ADS/AWR, OrCAD/Altium, MATLAB/Octave, and Python.
• Strong research background in the related field with a solid publication record in top-tier journals and conferences.
• Highly motivated to learn, research, and contribute to team success, with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.