Salary Range: 180000 to 260000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

At Reach, we are delivering technologies to enable the long-range, wireless transfer of power. We believe wireless energy can be as liberating for power systems as WiFi was for data systems, and are busy creating the energy infrastructure that will one day replace the aging electrical grid. We have raised funding from top tier VC's, have real world customers deploying our technology, and are continuing to build out the exceptional team that is making our vision a reality.

The Position

This role will position you as a key contributor of Reach’s radio frequency engineering team. As a Microwave Engineer, you will be a key part of Reach’s RF engineering team and develop state of the art systems that are integral to Reach’s wireless power beaming capability. Your technical know-how and innovation skills are key to designing cutting edge products in a fast-paced environment. You will contribute to design, simulation and implementation of power amplifiers and other components and subsystems at microwave frequencies. As an engineer in a small company, you will have a great deal of agency over your work, plenty of opportunity to discover and solve new challenges, and the ability to make large-impact decisions.

Key Position Responsibilities

Contribute to the design, simulation and implementation of distributed-element components.
Contribute to the integration with antenna, and antenna arrays.
Design and implement high efficiency power amplifiers at high frequency from 5GHz to 24GHz.
Drive the investigation, study, and introduction of new components and subsystems.
Collaborate with PM/Mechanical/RF/EE teams for system level design, integration and testing.
Collaborate with other engineers to perform system bring up, troubleshooting and system test.
Product design documentation using Reach PLM system.
Support certification and regulatory testing. Support field testing.
Write validation test plans for mmWave components and system level evaluation.

Qualifications

MS degree in electrical or RF engineering (PhD preferred).
10+ years of experience as a microwave engineer or equivalent.
Expert with EM simulation software (HFSS and HFSS SBR+), CST, and circuit simulation tools, such as Keysight ADS.
Hands on experience using spectrum analyzer, VNA, signal generator, oscilloscope, and logic analyzer.
Fluent with PCB layout techniques for distributed-element components implementation.
Experience is developing hardware and testing for some or all of the following: Bluetooth, BLE, Wi-Fi, RF to DC power conversion.
Hands on experience debugging in the lab. Defining a test process and executing it with minimal supervision.
Ability to work cross‐functionally.
In-depth understanding of safety EMI and EMC compliance and certification.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively complex concepts.
Results- and deadline- driven.
Able to work independently with little direction and drive others.
Takes great pride and ownership in developing products.

Nice-To-Haves

Experience with designing high efficiency PAs and/or RF rectifiers
Experience developing microwave distributed-element components.
Hands-on experience with bring up and troubleshooting of high-power microwave chains and beam forming steering systems.
Experience with python and/or MatLab.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FCC, etc.).
Experience achieving FCC regulatory approval.
Experience with design for manufacturability.

Reach - Who We Are

Reach is a pioneer in a new frontier of technology. Born out of MIT, incubated in YC, and developed in an "office space" that was once the oven of a cookie factory, we are a group of curious, passionate, and creative problem solvers, and we approach our work with vigor and humility.

Much has changed since our cookie factory days, but our core philosophies have remained. Decisions are made quickly, meetings and politics are kept to a minimum, and everyone here does high-visibility work that has considerable influence on our product and company. We have weekly team lunches, quarterly offsite company events, and often spend time together outside of work bicycling, rock climbing, playing music, and hosting happy hours.

We highly value diversity at our company - in not only professional capabilities and experience, but also in personal interests, schools of thought, musical tastes, and walks of life. We prioritize inclusivity, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

About the company

Reach Labs develops systems for long-range wireless power delivery that can power networks of remote devices without wired power connections. Its Link System can transmit energy over longer distances while keeping per-device power needs low, and its Batch System is adaptable for powering devices in enclosed spaces like drawers and toolboxes. The technology works by delivering wireless power to devices with minimal energy consumption per device, enabling continuous operation in environments where traditional power cables are impractical. Compared with competitors, Reach Labs differentiates itself through its research-driven approach and focus on scalable, long-range wireless power for industrial, healthcare, and manufacturing settings. The company aims to set a new standard for power delivery across various industries by enabling reliable, wireless power for connected devices.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$39.3M

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

2015

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

September 2026 Panasonic MOU opens Japanese enterprise and robotics pilot opportunities.
August 2026 AFWERX perch-drone award expands Reach into persistent ISR and communications.
June 2026 OECIF funding and 2024 Air Force demos strengthen repeat federal demand.

What critics are saying

Tracxn listed only two employees in July 2026, signaling severe execution fragility.
AFWERX STTR Phase I funds feasibility, not deployment; commercialization remains unproven.
Solace Power raised $10.3 million in February 2026, sharpening competition in wireless power.

What makes Reach Labs unique

Patented wireless power beaming targets drones, sensors, robots, and industrial devices without cables.
August 2026 AFWERX STTR and OECIF wins validate defense-grade technical credibility.
Panasonic Electric Works MOU positions Reach for Japan smart-building and robotics integration.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Long-term Disability

Short-term Disability

Life Insurance

Hybrid Work Options

Company Equity

Company News

Reach

Feb 20th, 2025

VentureBeat: Reach Raises $9M for wireless charging

Reach Labs has raised $9 million in funding for its long-range wireless charging technology.

FinSMEs

Dec 5th, 2022

Reach Raises $30M in Series B Funding

Reach, a Redwood City, CA-based wireless power-at-a-distance company, raised $30M in Series B funding

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