Director of RF Systems/Product Engineering Eridan - 5.0 Sunnyvale, CA Job Details $180,000 - $200,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Stock options Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Bachelor's degree in systems engineering Testing phase management Systems integration New product introduction engineering projects Requirements specification Engineering phase involvement Cellular networks Engineering development testing Requirements design Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Startup experience Communications systems expertise (engineering specialty) Bachelor of Science 5G Firmware Electrical engineering Electronics design 8 years Master's degree in systems engineering System design for system development Team development Collaboration with product development teams Managing engineering teams System validation Master of Science Requirements analysis Telecommunications RF engineering Mentoring Design engineering Requirements management Full Job Description About Eridan At Eridan we believe in the power of collaboration and communication to achieve our mission: connect the planet to empower a sustainable, shared future . That mission is possible with our patented transmitter which decreases the cost and power required to roll out 5G by 10x when deployed globally. This is all facilitated through our offices: our Sunnyvale headquarters has big windows (even in the lab!), is walking distance to downtown and the Caltrain, and fits the entire team in the cafeteria for our frequent company parties. Learn more about our mission here. Director of RF Systems/Product Engineering About this Job The Director of RF Systems/Product Engineering is a senior technical leadership role that owns the systems engineering function across Eridan's radio product lines. The role sits at the intersection of systems architecture, hardware integration, and cross-functional execution, and is responsible for ensuring that engineering outputs hold together as coherent, specification-compliant systems — not just collections of subsystems. This role serves as the internal owner of system-level specifications and integration integrity. Requirements arrive from Solutions Engineering and Deployments; this role translates them into rigorous engineering deliverables and drives alignment across hardware, firmware, and software. The Director of RF Systems/Product Engineering is the person who is accountable when a system does — or does not — perform as intended. The role will initially focus on Eridan's compact and high power radio unit product lines, with scope expected to expand as additional platforms come online. Leading an RF systems engineering team is a core part of the mandate from the outset. As a Director of RF Systems/Product Engineering, You Will Systems Engineering Ownership Own end-to-end systems hardware engineering across active radio product lines: requirements definition, architecture, integration, and verification Maintain and enforce system-level specifications, ensuring fidelity from requirements intake through product qualification Drive resolution of cross-subsystem technical issues and represent systems integrity in design reviews and milestone gate decisions Establish systems engineering processes and documentation standards appropriate for a scaling hardware startup Requirements Intake and Specification Ownership Serve as the primary engineering interface for requirements arriving from Solutions Engineering and Deployments — translating operational needs into precise, actionable system specifications Ensure that engineering priorities and trade-off decisions are grounded in validated requirements Partner with the VP of Engineering and Director of Strategic Programs to align specification work with program milestones and planning commitments Team Building and Leadership Manage and develop a team of systems engineers aligned to active product lines Structure the team for growth as additional product lines come online, in partnership with the VP of Engineering Mentor developing engineers and help build the systems engineering discipline across the organization Cross-Functional Execution Work closely with hardware, software, and test engineering teams to align integration milestones and system-level validation plans Coordinate with Test and Operations on qualification activities and readiness criteria Contribute to engineering program planning and resource discussions with cross-functional leadership Qualities of a Successful Candidate 8+ years of experience in RF systems engineering or a closely related technical discipline, with at least 3 years in a people management role B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field Deep expertise in RF, wireless, or telecommunications hardware systems — experience at the radio unit, subsystem, or component level in any generation (4G, 5G, satellite, defense RF, or similar) Demonstrated ability to own system-level specifications and drive integration in complex hardware/software co-development environments Proven track record of translating operational or customer requirements into rigorous engineering deliverables Strong communication and influencing skills across technical and cross-functional audiences Experience transitioning technology from R D to high volume production Nice to Have Experience with 5G radio hardware (O-RAN, small cell, macro radio) Familiarity with all levels of radio unit design, including power distribution, digital motherboards, RF circuitry, mechanical design, and manufacturing considerations Experience scaling a systems engineering function at a startup or growth-stage hardware company Perks of working at Eridan Work on new technology that will make a significant impact on global infrastructure Ability to learn, develop, and advance within a flexible environment Collaborate with smart, passionate, and helpful co-workers Celebrate progress company-wide Pre-IPO equity 401K with automatic match Health, Vision and Dental insurance Salary Range Given our anticipated growth, we are open to hiring individuals with varying levels of experience to fill this role. Salary will be commensurate with job-related skills, experience and other relevant factors. The base salary range for the primary location of this role is between $180,000 and $200,000 plus stock options and benefits. Eridan is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.