Engineering

Senior RF Engineer

Lead the design and development of next-generation UHF RFID antennas, inlays, and RF systems for global markets. You will play a key role in innovating our antenna portfolio and ensuring world-class performance standards.

Nextwaves Careers
Full-time
Engineering
Ho Chi Minh City
Full-time

Design, simulate, and optimize UHF RFID antennas (860-960 MHz band) and inlays for diverse applications including retail, logistics, healthcare, and industrial IoT

Develop custom antenna solutions for specific use cases such as on-metal tags, high-temperature environments, and flexible substrates

Collaborate closely with the manufacturing team to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and smooth production ramp-up

Conduct comprehensive performance testing including read range, orientation sensitivity, and multi-tag read scenarios using industry-standard equipment

Optimize antenna matching networks and RF front-end designs for maximum tag/reader performance

Mentor junior RF engineers and contribute to building a world-class engineering team

Stay current with EPC Gen2v2/RAIN RFID standards and emerging technologies in the RFID ecosystem

Work with international partners and customers to understand technical requirements and deliver custom solutions

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related field

5+ years of hands-on experience in RF/antenna design, preferably with RFID or NFC technologies

Expert proficiency with EM simulation tools such as CST Microwave Studio, HFSS, or equivalent

Deep understanding of UHF RFID physics including backscatter modulation, RSSI, and impedance matching

Experience with antenna measurement techniques and equipment (VNA, anechoic chamber, tag performance testers)

Knowledge of PCB design for RF applications and understanding of manufacturing processes

Familiarity with RAIN RFID / EPC standards is highly preferred

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Good communication skills in English; ability to work with international teams