Silicon Architect - Wireless Protocols & Algorithms

About Sine Engineering

Sine Engineering builds the technology behind reliable drone autonomy - communications, navigation, and control that keep multi-drones coordinated at once. Over 200 UAV manufacturers rely on our systems, and our technology powers most of the interceptor operations active today. Through a dual-use platform, we support civilian innovation while helping democratic nations strengthen their technological edge.

Any drone, any scale, anywhere - resilient communication, navigation, and coordination built for the age of autonomy.

We are looking for a Wireless Protocol & Algorithms Architect to design next‑generation custom radio protocols and algorithms from the ground up. You will work alongside an exceptional team of engineers, shaping the waveforms, modems, and signal processing chains that power resilient, jamming‑resistant wireless links - and feeding those designs directly into custom Radio System‑on‑Chip (SoC) development. Multiple positions are open and will be filled on a rolling basis.

Responsibilities

• Design custom wireless protocols and waveforms with a strong focus on resilience against jamming, interception, and contested RF environments (LPI/LPD, frequency hopping, spread spectrum, adaptive techniques, beamforming)

• Architect, specify, and optimize the modem baseband and transceiver signal chain for custom radio systems

• Contribute to translating algorithmic designs into SoC‑implementable specifications, including fixed‑point analysis and HW/SW partitioning

• Build reference models and simulation environments (MATLAB / Python / C++) to validate protocol and algorithm performance under realistic channel and threat conditions

• Drive performance analysis and link‑level studies - including throughput, latency, range, robustness, and power consumption

• Collaborate closely with SoC architects, RF, digital design, software, and system modeling teams across the full development lifecycle - from concept through silicon bring‑up to field validation

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in wireless algorithm design, modem architecture, or PHY‑layer R&D

• Strong background in digital communications: modulation, coding, synchronization, equalization, and multi‑antenna techniques

• Solid understanding of fixed‑point implementation, complexity analysis, and translating algorithms into hardware‑friendly specifications

• Knowledge of RF requirements and constraints (e.g., transceivers and analog beamforming)

• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or C++ for modeling, simulation, and performance analysis

• English proficiency at B1 level or higher

Nice to Have

• Experience with anti‑jamming, LPI/LPD, or electronic warfare‑resilient communication systems

• Background in IoT or cellular wireless communications

• Experience with beamforming, phased arrays, or hybrid beamforming architectures

• Experience applying ML/AI to physical‑layer signal processing

• Knowledge of cryptography and secure waveform design

• Experience in defense or dual‑use systems

• Experience with field testing of RF communication systems

What We Offer

Paid Time Off

• 4+1 weeks of vacation from your first day

Health & Wellness Package

• Lunch benefit: daily allowance up to the tax‑free limit

• Sport & culture benefit: annual budget for gyms, sports, and cultural activities

• Wellbeing allowance: support for massage, mental health services, and other wellness needs

• Extended occupational healthcare: enhanced coverage including partial dental care.

• Accident insurance (24/7): coverage during both work and personal time

• Business travel insurance

• Office perks: coffee, snacks, fruits, and more

Work Model

• Flexible working hours (core hours: 10:00–15:00)

• No‑crunch policy - no systematic overtime; any overtime is compensated

• Meeting‑light culture with protected focus time

Growth & Innovation

• High‑end equipment (premium laptop, monitor, peripherals)

• Annual lab & gadget budget for hardware, tools, books, and learning materials

• Hackathons and offsites focused on innovation

Travel & Mobility

• Full coverage of business travel expenses (tickets, accommodation, transportation)

• Per diem according to maximum tax‑free Vero rates

Impact & Culture

• Low‑hierarchy, engineering‑driven environment

• High autonomy with zero micromanagement

Location

Tampere, Finland

Culture Statement

Don’t meet every requirement? Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Sine Engineering, we value authenticity and encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every requirement.

You may be the ideal candidate for this role - or for another opportunity with us.

Join our team and help shape the future of UAV technology.

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