System Engineer – 5G NR / Wireless Systems

System Engineer – 5G NR / Wireless Systems

About Ananant Systems

Ananant Systems is building next-generation semiconductor solutions for 5G, connectivity, and intelligent edge computing . We are looking for a System Engineer to join our Systems team and contribute to the development of 5G NR physical-layer solutions from algorithm development through hardware and firmware implementation.

Role Overview

As a System Engineer, you will work on 5G NR L1 system modeling, algorithm development, simulation, and performance analysis . You will collaborate closely with digital design and firmware teams to translate wireless algorithms into efficient hardware and software implementations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop 5G NR L1 end-to-end reference models and link-level simulators using MATLAB and C/C++, covering both floating-point and fixed-point implementations.
• Design, simulate, and analyze physical-layer wireless communication algorithms and evaluate system-level performance.
• Work on L1 algorithms including channel estimation, signal estimation and detection, MIMO detection, synchronization, and forward-error correction .
• Analyze algorithm performance across different channel conditions, configurations, and system parameters.
• Develop and optimize fixed-point algorithms and models for hardware implementation.
• Collaborate with digital design, architecture, and firmware teams to enable power- and area-efficient implementation of algorithms.
• Translate system-level algorithms into clear feature descriptions, technical requirements, and implementation specifications for hardware and software teams.
• Support system bring-up, debugging, and performance analysis through simulation and implementation correlation.
• Contribute to technical discussions around 5G NR PHY architecture, algorithm trade-offs, and system performance .

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Communication Engineering, or a related field .
• Strong fundamentals in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and wireless communications.
• Good understanding of 5G NR Physical Layer (L1) standards and procedures .
• Hands-on experience with common wireless L1 algorithms such as:
• Channel estimation
• Signal estimation and detection
• MIMO detection
• Synchronization
• Forward-error correction
• Strong experience in MATLAB-based link-level simulation and system modeling .
• Proficiency in C/C++ for algorithm development and modeling.
• Experience with fixed-point algorithm development and optimization .
• Ability to analyze simulation results and translate them into practical implementation requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and ability to work effectively with cross-functional hardware, firmware, and systems teams .

Good to Have

• Experience in wireless semiconductor / chipset development .
• Experience working on 5G NR modem or PHY development .
• Experience taking algorithms from system modeling to RTL/hardware or firmware implementation .
• Knowledge of 3GPP 5G NR specifications and modem architecture.
• Experience with performance optimization considering power, area, throughput, and latency .
• Experience with real-world 5G testing, prototyping, or modem bring-up.

Location

Bangalore / Noida, India

Candidates should be comfortable working from either of our Bangalore or Noida offices , depending on the team and project requirements.

What You Will Work On

You will be part of a cross-functional team working across wireless systems, digital design, firmware, and silicon implementation , with the opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation 5G semiconductor products.