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Research Engineer / Scientist (Wireless + AI/ML)

$80k - $120k

InterDigital

About InterDigitalInterDigital is a global research and development company focused primarily on wireless, video, artificial intelligence (“AI”), and related technologies. We design and develop foundational technologies that enable connected, immersive experiences in a broad range of communications and entertainment products and services. We license our innovations worldwide to companies providing such products and services, including makers of wireless communications devices, consumer electronics, IoT devices, cars and other motor vehicles, and providers of cloud-based services such as video streaming. As a leader in wireless technology, our engineers have designed and developed a wide range of innovations that are used in wireless products and networks, from the earliest digital cellular systems to 5G and today’s most advanced Wi-Fi technologies. We are also a leader in video processing and video encoding/decoding technology, with a significant AI research effort that intersects with both wireless and video technologies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on Nasdaq.InterDigital is a registered trademark of InterDigital, Inc.For more information, visit: .Key ResponsibilitiesConduct advanced research in wireless communication systems, including PHY/MAC layers, radio architectures, networking protocols, and end-to-end system designDesign and evaluate AI/ML-driven wireless algorithms (e.g., semantic communications, intent based and agentic AI communications, GenAI-assisted network optimization, resource allocation, edge intelligence)Develop and implement link-level and system-level simulations using tools such as MATLAB, Python, Sionna, or equivalent frameworksBuild proof-of-concept prototypes (e.g., OAI, SDR, digital twins, edge AI testbeds) and validate concepts on practical platforms or testbedsPrototype Agentic AI and GenAI workflows for autonomous network planning, troubleshooting, orchestration, and standards-oriented research accelerationExplore Physical AI concepts that connect perception, sensing, wireless control, robotics/automation, and embodied AI systems over reliable low-latency networksEvaluate networking protocol behavior across IP, transport, application, RAN/core, edge/cloud, and distributed AI deployment environmentsAnalyze and optimize system performance using theoretical and data-driven approachesContribute to technical reports, publications, and patent filingsCollaborate with cross-functional research teams across wireless, AI, standards, and prototyping groupsRequired QualificationsPh.D. recently completed in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.Strong foundation in one or more of the following areas:Wireless communicationsSignal processingNetworkingAI/ML for communication systemsDistributed or edge intelligenceSolid knowledge of AI/ML techniques and their application to communication systems including GenAI, Agentic AI, foundation models, and edge learningUnderstanding of networking protocols and architectures such as TCP/IP, UDP, QUIC, gRPC, MQTT, routing, SDN/NFV, and edge/cloud networkingProgramming proficiency in Python and MATLAB, with working knowledge of C/C++ and Linux-based development environmentsExperience with simulation and programming tools, such as:MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or similar scientific and systems programming languagesMachine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)Demonstrated ability to translate theory into working simulations or prototypesPreferred QualificationsHands-on experience with:System-level or link-level simulators (e.g., Sionna or equivalent)Wireless prototyping platforms (e.g., SDRs, OAI testbeds, or real-time systems)Generative AI and agent toolchains, including LLM APIs, RAG pipelines, vector databases, prompt/evaluation frameworks, and autonomous agent orchestrationPhysical AI, robotics, sensing, perception, control, embodied AI, or cyber-physical systems integrated with wireless connectivityMLOps and reproducible AI workflows using Docker, Kubernetes, MLflow, CI/CD, and GPU acceleration (CUDA where applicable)Research track record including publications, patents, or technical contributionsFamiliarity with cellular standards (4G/5G/6G evolution)Experience in AI-native wireless systems, edge intelligence, or semantic communicationsStrong software engineering practices (e.g., Git, reproducible research workflows)Additional AI technologies: RAG, multimodal/foundation models, edge AI, federated/split learning, digital twins, Physical AI, robotics/automation, sensing, perception, and controlLocations: Conshohocken, PA; Melville, NY;What You BringCuriosity and passion for pushing the boundaries of wireless and AI convergenceAbility to balance theoretical rigor with practical implementationStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsA collaborative mindset aligned with a global research environmentWhy Join InterDigitalWork at the forefront of 6G, AI-driven networks, and future connectivity paradigmsContribute to technologies that influence global standards and billions of devicesEngage in an environment that values innovation, intellectual property, and research excellenceCollaborate with world-class experts across wireless, video, and AI domainsInterDigital is an equal employment opportunity employer. InterDigital will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination with regard to any employment decision, policy or practice based on a person’s sex, gender, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, assignments, evaluations, coaching, promotion, discipline, discharge and layoff.A reasonable estimate of the current salary range specific to NY/CA/DE/DC is $80,000 - $120,000 /annually + discretionary incentive bonus, benefits and may include other forms of compensation components such as long-term incentives.  Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. ______________________________________________________________________________À propos d’InterDigitalInterDigital est une société mondiale de recherche et développement axée principalement sur les technologies sans fil, vidéo, intelligence artificielle (« IA ») et technologies connexes. Nous concevons et développons des technologies fondamentales qui permettent des expériences connectées et immersives dans un large éventail de produits et services de communication et de divertissement. Nous accordons des licences sur nos innovations dans le monde entier à des entreprises fournissant ces produits et services, notamment les fabricants d’appareils de communication sans fil, d’électronique grand public, d’appareils IoT, de voitures et autres véhicules motorisés, ainsi que les fournisseurs de services en nuage tels que la diffusion vidéo en continu. En tant que leader dans le domaine des technologies sans fil, nos ingénieurs ont conçu et développé un large éventail d’innovations utilisées dans les produits et réseaux sans fil, des premiers systèmes cellulaires numériques à la 5G et aux technologies Wi-Fi les plus avancées d’aujourd’hui. Nous sommes également un leader dans le traitement vidéo et la technologie de codage/décodage vidéo, avec un effort de recherche significatif en IA qui recoupe les technologies sans fil et vidéo. Fondée en 1972, InterDigital est cotée au Nasdaq. InterDigital est une marque déposée d’InterDigital, Inc.Pour plus d’informations, visitez : Responsabilités principalesMener des recherches avancées sur les systèmes de communication sans fil, notamment les couches PHY/MAC, les architectures radio, les protocoles réseau et la conception de systèmes de bout en boutConcevoir et évaluer des algorithmes sans fil basés sur l’IA/ML (par ex., communications sémantiques, communications IA agentiques et basées sur les intentions, optimisation de réseau assistée par GenAI, allocation de ressources, intelligence en périphérie)Développer et mettre en œuvre des simulations au niveau du lien et au niveau du système en utilisant des outils tels que MATLAB, Python, Sionna ou des environnements équivalentsConstruire des prototypes de preuve de concept (par ex., OAI, SDR, jumeaux numériques, bancs d’essai IA en périphérie) et valider les concepts sur des plateformes ou bancs d’essai pratiquesDévelopper des workflows IA agentique et GenAI pour la planification autonome de réseaux, le dépannage, l’orchestration agentique et l’accélération de la recherche orientée vers les normesExplorer des concepts d’IA physique reliant la perception, la détection, le contrôle sans fil, la robotique/l’automatisation et les systèmes d’IA incarnés sur des réseaux fiables à faible latenceÉvaluer le comportement des protocoles réseau dans les environnements IP, transport, application, RAN/cœur, périphérie/nuage et déploiement d’IA distribuéeAnalyser et optimiser les performances des systèmes en utilisant des approches théoriques et basées sur les donnéesContribuer aux rapports techniques, publications et dépôts de brevetsCollaborer avec des équipes de recherche transversales dans les domaines du sans fil, de l’IA, des normes et des groupes de prototypageQualifications requisesDoctorat récemment obtenu en génie électrique, génie informatique, informatique, ou dans un domaine étroitement connexe.Solides bases dans un ou plusieurs des domaines suivants :Communications sans filTraitement du signalRéseauxIA/ML pour les systèmes de communicationIntelligence distribuée ou en périphérieSolide connaissance des techniques d’IA/ML et de leur application aux systèmes de communication, notamment GenAI, IA agentique, modèles de fondation et apprentissage en périphérieCompréhension des protocoles et architectures réseau tels que TCP/IP, UDP, QUIC, gRPC, MQTT, routage, SDN/NFV et réseaux périphériques/en nuageMaîtrise de la programmation en Python et MATLAB, avec une connaissance pratique de C/C++ et des environnements de développement LinuxExpérience avec les outils de simulation et de programmation, tels que :MATLAB, Python, C/C++ ou langages de programmation scientifiques et systèmes similairesEnvironnements d’apprentissage automatique (par ex., TensorFlow, PyTorch)Capacité avérée à traduire la théorie en simulations ou prototypes fonctionnelsQualifications souhaitéesExpérience pratique avec :Simulateurs au niveau du système ou du lien (par ex., Sionna ou équivalent)Plateformes de prototypage sans fil (par ex., SDR, bancs d’essai OAI ou systèmes en temps réel)IA générative et chaînes d’outils d’agents, notamment APIs LLM, pipelines RAG, bases de données vectorielles, environnements de prompt/évaluation et orchestration d’agents autonomesIA physique, robotique, détection, perception, contrôle, IA incarnée ou systèmes cyber-physiques intégrés à la connectivité sans filMLOps et workflows IA reproductibles utilisant Docker, Kubernetes, MLflow, CI/CD et accélération GPU (CUDA le cas échéant)Bilan de recherche incluant des publications, brevets ou contributions techniquesFamiliarité avec les normes cellulaires (évolution 4G/5G/6G)Expérience dans les systèmes sans fil natifs IA, l’intelligence en périphérie ou les communications sémantiquesBonnes pratiques d’ingénierie logicielle (par ex., Git, workflows de recherche reproductibles)Technologies IA supplémentaires : RAG, modèles multimodaux/de fondation, IA en périphérie, apprentissage fédéré/partagé, jumeaux numériques, IA physique, robotique/automatisation, détection, perception et contrôleLieux: Conshohocken, Pennsylvania ; Melville, New York ;Ce que vous apportezCuriosité et passion pour repousser les limites de la convergence sans fil et IACapacité à équilibrer la rigueur théorique avec la mise en œuvre pratiqueSolides compétences analytiques, de résolution de problèmes et de communicationUn état d’esprit collaboratif aligné sur un environnement de recherche mondialPourquoi rejoindre InterDigitalTravailler à l’avant-garde de la 6G, des réseaux pilotés par l’IA et des futurs paradigmes de connectivitéContribuer à des technologies qui influencent les normes mondiales et des milliards d’appareilsÉvoluer dans un environnement qui valorise l’innovation, la propriété intellectuelle et l’excellence en rechercheCollaborer avec des experts de renommée mondiale dans les domaines du sans fil, de la vidéo et de l’IAInterDigital est un employeur garantissant l’égalité des chances. InterDigital ne se livrera pas à une discrimination illégale ni ne la tolérera en ce qui concerne toute décision, politique ou pratique d’emploi fondée sur le sexe, le genre, la grossesse (y compris l’accouchement, l’allaitement et les conditions médicales connexes), l’âge, la race, la couleur, la religion, la confession, l’origine nationale, l’ascendance, la citoyenneté, le statut militaire, le statut d’ancien combattant, un handicap mental ou physique, un état de santé, des informations génétiques, l’orientation sexuelle, l’identité ou l’expression de genre, ou tout autre facteur protégé par la loi fédérale, étatique ou locale applicable. Cette politique s’applique à toutes les modalités et conditions d’emploi, y compris, mais sans s’y limiter, le recrutement, l’embauche, la rémunération, les avantages sociaux, la formation, les affectations, les évaluations, le coaching, la promotion, la discipline, le licenciement et la mise à pied.Une estimation raisonnable de la fourchette salariale actuelle spécifique à NY/CA/DE/DC est de 80 000 $ à 120 000 $ par an + prime incitative discrétionnaire, avantages sociaux et peut inclure d’autres formes de composantes de rémunération telles que les incitations à long terme. La rémunération pour le poste dépendra d’un certain nombre de facteurs, notamment les qualifications, les compétences, les aptitudes et l’expérience d’un candidat, et peut se situer en dehors de la fourchette indiquée.SummaryLocation: Conshohocken, PA; Melville_NYType:

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