Senior Hardware Engineer
Join us at the cutting edge of Cellular IoT!
About the job
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior HW Engineer to join our HW/Test team in Long-Range BU. Successful candidate will be responsible for designing, testing and maintaining SoC and SiP module products. Role involves HW development for consumer level electronics, RF-subsystems and embedded systems within Nordic Cellular IoT chipsets. Part of work happens in lab by using various test equipment such as telecommunication testers, oscilloscopes, soldering stations and automated test systems. Portion of your working hours goes to writing and reviewing relevant documentation, test systems/flows development, production yield optimization and customer support with other in-house teams.
Key responsibilities
HW development at block and system level in Cellular IoT context
SoC block level HW characterization, optimization and test system development
SiP module design, verification and optimization of RF-subsystems and peripheral interfaces
Development of high-density electronics, laminates and complex module structures
Simulations, measurements and contribution to complex debug and optimization tasks
Responsibility of block or subsystem fulfilling required performance, specifications and certifications
Key Qualifications
MSc in electrical engineering, Bachelor or equivalent
Minimum of 6 years’ experience from industry or equivalent job function
Experience in hardware designs and applications in low-power Cellular IoT (4G/5G) context
Knowledge of electronics measurements and test equipment
Familiar with standards and protocols such as LTE-M/NB, IoT-NTN, Cat1bis, Wi-Fi, GNSS, NFC
Know-how in relevant EDA tools and simulators such as Altium, AWR and CST
Programming skills (Python, C, LabView) is a plus
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and technologies is a plus
Open minded towards project lead positions in future is a plus
Fluent English language (written and verbal)
Personal Skills
We are looking for a team player with strong collaboration skills and the ability to work independently. We hope that you have analytical mindset and the ability to navigate in a global matrix organization. Our new colleague is curious to learn, eager to try out new things and continuously improve, while acknowledging that failure is an important part of learning. You will be part of a fast-paced environment with often changed priorities and not one quiet or repetitive day. Multitasking and prioritization are skill sets you are required to develop together with time management skills, but with your genuine interest in performing to the highest of your ability, you will be given time to grow into your role.
Working for Nordic
Working at Nordic, you will be inspired and supported to develop yourself. Our teams enjoy a professional and informal working environment. We value and encourage the continuous development of skills and expertise to the highest levels. We are proud of our Norwegian heritage, our highly skilled international workforce, and our world-leading innovation.
We offer a variety of tasks and projects, and the possibility to work alongside some of the world’s most renowned experts within their field. We encourage our employees to question the established and innovate while expecting professionalism, commitment, and the will to learn.
Benefits
Competitive salary with short- and long-term incentive plan
Flexible working hours
Medical insurance
Family-friendly policies, insurances, and benefits
Practical details
Location: Oulu, Finland
Please note that this position might be subject to a background check.
- Department
- Long-Range & Cloud BU - R&D
- Locations
- Oulu
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Level of seniority
- Senior
- Field of expertise
- Engineering
- Application deadline
- April 10, 2026
About Nordic Semiconductor
Nordic Semiconductor is a Norwegian fabless semiconductor company specializing in wireless communication technology that powers the Internet of Things (IoT). Nordic was established in 1983 and has about 1400 employees across the globe. Our award-winning Bluetooth Low Energy solutions pioneered ultra-low power wireless, making us the global market leader. Our technology range was later supplemented by ANT+, Thread and Zigbee, and in 2018 we launched our low power, compact LTE-M/NB-IoT cellular IoT solutions to extend the penetration of the IoT. The Nordic portfolio was further complemented by Wi-Fi technology in 2021.