RF Business Development Engineer

RF Business Development Engineer Location San Jose, CA, US 95112 About the Role The Business Development Engineer has the primary responsibility for supporting partners and customers who use Murata WLAN and/or Bluetooth modules. The role is customer-facing, involving strategic and broad‑market engagement: test/debug critical issues, drill down until resolution is achieved, and provide technical and application support. It requires a broad skill set in hardware, firmware, software, tools, documentation, and test/debug methodologies. Workplace Policy Hybrid from San Jose, CA Essential Job Responsibilities Enable design‑in by providing effective technical and application support to customers. Recognize and define opportunities for RF and mmWave product lines or when changes to existing products are required to meet changing market needs. Manage product specifications at responsible customers in cooperation with local sales resources and product divisions. Track competitors’ activities to develop countermeasures and strategies to increase Murata’s share. Study and report, utilizing marketing systems tools, the latest needs and trends in markets and at customers to ascertain the impact to Murata. Take action to establish and maintain Murata’s industry‑leading market position. Promotion Responsibilities Conduct product promotion for the assigned products at the assigned customers, in cooperation with local sales resources and product divisions, to ensure life‑cycle matches to customer program maturity. Issue flash report notifications to sales concerning introduction of new product, process or factory change, and/or promotion status change of products. Make good use of existing sales tools and create new tools for the assigned products as well as customers. Facilitate easy access by related parties for use in promotion activities at customers. Assist manager to position Murata as the acknowledged technical leader in North America by authoring application guides and technical papers, via cooperation with Murata Product Divisions, on mainstream topics. Provide product training by creating the material and delivering the training. Price Responsibilities Understand the pricing strategy of the assigned products. Assist manager per request on price book development. Understand profitability of the assigned products. Miscellaneous Job Responsibilities Place Assist manager in activities to recognize the total demand for the assigned products at the assigned customers for the purpose of creating strategies to develop new business to increase coverage of overall market. Support product promotion at distributors including suggesting stocking plans for new products, creating technical materials for use by the distributors in promotion of the products and assisting the Distribution Group in fulfillment of their distribution strategy. Research Research new market to develop new business and develop market and product roadmap. Participate as required in Marketing Road Map (MRM) cross‑product group market research activity. Account Management Support technical issues and quality control claims: support to resolve quality claims with QC department for Murata Electronics and Japan. Provide price quotes to sales or Murata’s Quote center, for individual opportunity up to complete contract, based on product group policy. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field. Knowledge of RF design practices and the understanding of key RF component specifications as well as an understanding of s‑parameters. 1–2 years of related experience. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Effective collaboration and communication skills. Well‑developed presentation skills and facilitation skills to work among individuals from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds. Strong time management skills to accomplish short and long‑term assignments as well as judgement, problem‑solving, and analytical skills. Preferred Qualifications Customer‑facing work experience. 2+ years experience supporting Radio Frequency (RF) and mmWave product lines. Familiar with latest communication standards (5G, Wi‑Fi 7, LoRa, ISM). Financial, communication, and project management skills. Other marketing and market planning knowledge. Previous budgetary responsibilities. In‑depth knowledge of target market industries. Other Frequent local, domestic, and infrequent international travel. Minimum Salary: $79,202 Maximum Salary: $131,277 This position is eligible for incentive awards based on individual and business performance as well as competitive benefits. Perks Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Generous paid time off including paid holidays and floating holidays. 401(k) employer match on retirement planning. Hybrid working schedule for eligible positions. Tuition reimbursement on approved programs. Flexible and health spending accounts. Talent Development program. Other Information Imagine the possibilities as a member of Murata’s innovative global team. Be an innovator – Join Murata! Murata offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabilities/Veteran. Nearest Major Market: San Jose. Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto. #J-18808-Ljbffr Murata Electronics