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IT / Software / Data Analyst
Forward Deployed Engineer - RF / Embedded Systems
IT / Software / Data Analyst
#688918
Remote / WFH
Job Description
A well-funded and rapidly growing Communications Technology company is seeking a highly adaptable Forward Deployed Engineer to join their talented team in Los Angeles.
This is a broad but highly technical role that blends elements of embedded systems, RF/networking, software development, and customer-facing delivery.
You’ll work directly with Space and Defense customers, taking ownership of deploying and integrating embedded devices, while ensuring performance, reliability, and seamless operation across environments. You will
• Integrate communications systems into customer environments
• Work alongside internal teams to engineer the products for customers' needs
• Build and maintain networking and system-level software across embedded Linux, lab setups, and cloud platforms
• Monitor and optimise data flow through SDR pipelines and network infrastructure
• Ensure system resilience across both terrestrial and space-based applications
• Work with containerised services to support scalable and reliable deployments
• Contribute to system design discussions, offering input on architecture and implementation
• Enhance observability and performance of communication software systems
Key Skills & Experience:
• Technical background in software development on Linux-based systems OR a background in developing RF hardware
• Strong programming skills in C, C++, and/or Python
• Hands-on experience with GNURadio
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, UDP, etc.)
• Familiarity with SDRs and RF systems
• Experience with cloud environments and container technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)
• Track record of delivering robust, production-ready software
• Confident communicator, comfortable working directly with customers and cross-functional teams
• Background in embedded systems and/or digital signal processing
• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar discipline
Salary Range: $150k-$200k base depending on level hired, plus equity.
Note: Successful candidates must have U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to government contract requirements.
This is a broad but highly technical role that blends elements of embedded systems, RF/networking, software development, and customer-facing delivery.
You’ll work directly with Space and Defense customers, taking ownership of deploying and integrating embedded devices, while ensuring performance, reliability, and seamless operation across environments. You will
• Integrate communications systems into customer environments
• Work alongside internal teams to engineer the products for customers' needs
• Build and maintain networking and system-level software across embedded Linux, lab setups, and cloud platforms
• Monitor and optimise data flow through SDR pipelines and network infrastructure
• Ensure system resilience across both terrestrial and space-based applications
• Work with containerised services to support scalable and reliable deployments
• Contribute to system design discussions, offering input on architecture and implementation
• Enhance observability and performance of communication software systems
Key Skills & Experience:
• Technical background in software development on Linux-based systems OR a background in developing RF hardware
• Strong programming skills in C, C++, and/or Python
• Hands-on experience with GNURadio
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, UDP, etc.)
• Familiarity with SDRs and RF systems
• Experience with cloud environments and container technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)
• Track record of delivering robust, production-ready software
• Confident communicator, comfortable working directly with customers and cross-functional teams
• Background in embedded systems and/or digital signal processing
• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar discipline
Salary Range: $150k-$200k base depending on level hired, plus equity.
Note: Successful candidates must have U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to government contract requirements.
