Senior Research Engineer

Overview At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer's and partner's needs and solve their challenges. Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward‑thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra. What We’re Looking For As a Senior Research Engineer you will drive invention and innovation. Deliver and shape differentiated offerings for the company’s priority markets. Develop new technologies and platforms and translate them into new strategic growth opportunities. Highlight promising ways to reposition the business through disruptive breakthroughs. Location Role is required to be onsite in Morris Plains, NJ office (Hybrid – Minimum of 3 days in the office per week). Responsibilities Develop scoping experiments to demonstrate idea feasibility, summarize results and provide rationale for next steps. Develop appropriate experimentation and formulations, trials, testing and characterization requirements, analyses, and other tasks to support project needs. Provide recommendations for next steps. Develop appropriate R&D experimental design, trials, testing, recommendations to support other BU stakeholders and contribute to overall business improvements and growth. Communicate the invention disclosure submission process and engage appropriately with legal team for patent filings. Recommend and identify developments better captured as trade secrets. Maintain an organized and tidy workspace to promote efficiency and a safe environment. Identify and recommend specific equipment or capability required for job execution. Embrace and promote a diverse and inclusive culture. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required with 10+ years of experience OR a master’s degree with 5+ years of experience. Research and Development (R&D) experience. Electrical Engineering technology, electronics engineering, electrical engineer, or a related engineering field experience. Experience in wireless systems/protocols (BLE, WiFi, RFID, UWB, etc). Experience with microcontrollers and SoCs embedded processors. Preferred Qualifications Proven experience in circuit systematics – layout design and prototyping. Background in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical engineering. Experience and familiarity with programming languages; C, C++, Python and firmware coding. Testing and development experience. Sensor development – integration consumer experience. Independent, self-starter, curious, problem solver, analytical, collaborative. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Pay Range $96,800.00 – $145,200.00 Annual Incentive Compensation In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance‑based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 10% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. Benefits We understand the importance of work‑life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well‑being day to promote revitalization and success. Equal Opportunity Employer Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. 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