Overview At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customers’ and partners’ needs and solve their challenges. Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward‑thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra.
Responsibilities The Senior RF Design Engineer will develop, design, model, and test radio frequency transmitters and receiver circuit subsystems in the 700 MHz – 10 GHz range, guiding products from concept phase to production release. The role also includes proactively investigating, learning, and implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions to innovate engineering processes and drive significant gains in efficiency.
Establish requirements for moderately complex RF design projects
Complete all phases of moderately complex RF design projects including system design, cascade and link budget analysis, circuit design, simulation, schematic, layout, and RF validation
Proactively research, evaluate, and implement emerging AI and Machine Learning techniques to continuously improve RF design, testing, and system optimization processes
Perform RF analysis and simulation for design, optimization, and debug
Drive and/or support customer and cross‑functional issue debugging for system level issues
Drive EMI/EMC troubleshooting and validation
Work with internal cross‑functional teams and external Joint‑Development‑Partners to successfully bring handheld products to market
Drive RF lab capability development and collaborate with the lab team on test strategy and new technology capability
Work with the antenna team on system requirements, design, validation, and debug
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, and system test engineering to develop system design, test plans, and issue debug
Apply existing technology in new ways to improve performance and productivity
Consider latest technologies and new approaches to improve designs and their implementation
Review changes or upgrades to existing applications
Develop new technology to solve unique problems
May develop recent tools and processes to aid in the analysis and solving of problems as well as improve efficiency
Prioritize quality and seek continual improvements in all aspects of RF projects
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience
Experienced board‑level RF circuit designer, skilled in RF circuit tuning, troubleshooting, and testing
Familiar with VNA, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and RF power meters
Preferred Qualifications
RF design experience in the 450 MHz to 10 GHz range
Experience with 5G WAN and/or Wi‑Fi 6/7; GPS, BLE, RFID, or UWB is a plus
Knowledge of RF aspects of a complete mobile product development lifecycle
RF design for FCC, ETSI,
and 3GPP compliance with recent success cases
Hands‑on RF circuit and system testing experience including both cabled and radiated methods
Noise / RF interference mitigation and troubleshooting expertise
RF system integration (radio/antenna) optimization and debugging skills
Project management experience for RF / radio development and system integration
Experience with ADS, CST, and Cadence design tools
Equal Opportunity Employer Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at
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Pay Range $90,960.00 – $136,440.00 Annual
Incentive Compensation In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance‑based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 10% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.
Total Rewards Zebra Total Rewards is structured to meet the needs of our evolving talent, including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and ongoing learning and development. Benefits also cover community service days, as well as traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, an employee assistance program, and paid time off, tailored to the country of employment.
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📌 RF Engineer, Senior (Mississauga)
🏢 Zebra Technologies
📍 Mississauga