Senior Radar Engineer

Kirkland , United States

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Develop cutting-edge radar algorithms and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance radar performance in diverse applications ranging from automotive to smart city technologies.

Radar Reinvented.

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).


Echodyne is seeking a Senior Radar Engineer to join our fast-growing team! 

The Senior Radar Engineer will play a key role in advancing the performance and capability of Echodyne’s current and future radar systems. This position focuses on the research, design, and development of radar algorithms—from concept and simulation to system validation. The ideal candidate combines deep radar domain knowledge with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using simulation and real-world data to innovate in areas such as clutter mitigation, interference suppression, and field calibration.

Working within a small, highly collaborative radar algorithms team, this individual will partner closely with experts in antennas, electrical engineering, and data analysis to ensure that new algorithmic approaches translate effectively to high-performing radar systems. This role is ideal for a radar engineer who enjoys exploring novel solutions, building models and simulations, and developing a deep understanding of radar phenomenology to push the boundaries of sensing performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Contribute to the design, simulation, and prototyping of advanced radar signal processing and control algorithms for FMCW and pulsed radar systems.
  • Develop MATLAB/Python simulations to design, test, and evaluate algorithms for radar performance, clutter suppression, interference mitigation, and system control.
  • Analyze radar data to characterize performance, identify failure modes, and derive insights that guide algorithmic and system-level improvements.
  • Collaborate with Electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Software, and Data teams to ensure algorithms complement  real-world hardware and environmental constraints and are implemented correctly in production code.
  • Support the bring-up and verification of next-generation radar hardware and signal processing chains.
  • Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and technical mentorship across the algorithms team.
  • Document and communicate algorithm design rationale, performance results, and system implications across technical teams.

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

  • Deep understanding of radar systems, including waveform design, signal processing, and system-level architecture.
  • Strong background in radar signal processing for FMCW and/or pulsed LFM high gain, analog beam-forming systems.
  • Strong proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python for simulation and algorithm prototyping.
  • Practical understanding of electromagnetics, antennas, wave propagation, and classical mechanics.
  • Has demonstrated ability to take problem statement to algorithm prototype.
  • Experience working collaboratively across hardware and software disciplines.
  • Proficiency with modern software development practices, including source control, testing, and documentation.

DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE 
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)
 

  • Strong mathematical foundation, including statistical signal processing, estimation theory, and linear algebra.
  • Experience with multi-sensor or multi-radar coexistence, frequency management, or cognitive radar concepts.
  • Experience with sensor fusion, tracking, or state estimation (e.g., Kalman filtering).
  • Familiarity with object detection and classification using radar data.
  • Experience with embedded systems, real-time signal processing, or RTOS environments.
  • Exposure to IMU/GPS integration or motion compensation techniques.
  • Experience with instrument control and automated test systems.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Math, or a related field with 5+ years of experience, or MS with 4+ years, or PhD with 2+ years.

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations.  Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S. 

WHAT WE OFFER

The pay range for this position is $121,100 - $181,600 annually.

If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:

  • Pre-IPO Stock Options
  • Generous Benefits:
    • Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you 
      • Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
      • Virtual Care – 98Point6
      • Employee Assistance Program
  • Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
  • Travel Assistance Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401(k) plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Prepaid Legal Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Paid Company Holidays

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.


 

 

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Flexible Work Hours: Flexible PTO
  • Fully-paid health insurance: Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
  • Paid company holidays: Paid Company Holidays

Contribute to Our Success It’s not often you get the chance to change an industry by bringing truly revolutionary technology to market – technology that disrupts existing markets and creates vast new ones. It’s difficult and challenging work, but it’s also exciting, energizing, satisfying, and rewarding! We want to learn more and contribute more than ever before, and have fun while doing so. We want to do great things and be around great people. We want this to be the best job for each of us!  We keep the kitchen well-stocked with food, fruit, and drinks and there are monthly lunches, impromptu barbecues, and seasonal celebrations.  Are you hesitant to fill out an application because you may not fulfill all the requirements? Studies show women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs if they feel their background doesn’t align perfectly with the job description. At Echodyne, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and fair work environment. If you are interested in a position but your background isn’t a perfect match, we strongly encourage you to apply. Even if there isn’t an ideal role for you now, your application will be kept for future opportunities. The right role could be just around the corner!

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