Senior Modem Designer

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

The Performance Platform team is looking for a Senior Modem/DSP Engineer to help develop our next generation of wireless modem products. The successful candidate will be trained and assist in the whole design and test process of making digital wireless systems. You will work in a small team and engage with other engineering disciplines.

Qualifications:

BSEE required

Experience in DSP / Modem algorithms and designs

Knowledge of RF / wireless communication system

Knowledge of networking protocols and technologies

Experience with lab testing of digital and RF systems, using equipment such as oscilloscope, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers

Experience with scripting languages such as Python

Experience with mathematical modeling tools such as Matlab

Experience with Linux/Unix operating system

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and self-motivated

Good communication skills

Ability and desire to learn quickly

Recommended Skills:

Experience in FPGA design

Experience with HDL languages such as Verilog and VHDL

Experience with embedded software using C/C++

Passionate about researching new technologies and their potential applications

Experience leveraging agentic AI tools to enhance productivity

Responsibilities:

Participate in the design of microwave digital modems

Perform lab testing of digital and RF systems

Develop and maintain automated tests

Produce documentation such as test reports, user guides, and release changelogs

Participate in subsystem and system level integration, validation, and trouble shooting

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