Communications Engineer (f/m/d)

**Founded in late 2024, Omnisent is a Munich-based acoustic AI company developing next-generation sensing systems that turn sound into real-time intelligence. The team combines deep expertise in physics, machine learning, and mechanical engineering — united by a mission to unlock the untapped intelligence of the acoustic world.**

At the core of Omnisent’s innovation are ultra-low-power sonic devices and the company’s Large Acoustic Model (LAM) — a foundation model trained on the complex world of non-speech audio. This unique combination enables the real-time detection, classification, and localization of acoustic events — whether identifying drones in contested airspace or tracing air leaks in manufacturing systems.

## Tasks

• **Architect the RF backbone** of a long-lived distributed sensing network for low-power, wide-area acoustic monitoring.
• **Design and optimize sub-GHz / LPWAN communication** for multi-year battery operation across large distributed deployments.
• **Develop robust mesh or hybrid mesh–LPWAN strategies** with self-healing, redundancy, and resilience in challenging environments.
• **Design and integrate embedded antennas** into compact, ruggedized housings, collaborating closely with mechanical and electronics teams.
• **Implement interference-tolerant communication techniques** suitable for real-world, noisy RF conditions.
• **Ensure regulatory compliance** with ETSI/FCC/RED and regional spectrum requirements.
• **Co-design communication strategies** with firmware teams to maximize power efficiency and reliability.
• **Lead RF prototyping and validation** including lab testing and DFM-focused iteration for smooth production handoff.
• **Collaborate with EMS partners** on manufacturing, test planning, and quality optimization.
• **Conduct real-world RF testing** to evaluate range, performance, and environmental impacts.
• **Explore emerging LPWAN and sub-GHz technologies** to keep Omnisent’s platform at the forefront of innovation.

## Requirements

**Basic Requirements:**

• **Bachelor’s or Master’s degree** in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, RF Engineering, or a closely related field.
• **3+ years of experience** in RF or wireless communications engineering.
• **Hands-on experience** with sub-GHz or LPWAN technologies.
• **Strong understanding** of link budgets, modulation schemes, antennas, and RF propagation.
• **Skilled with RF lab tools** (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators, etc.).
• **Familiarity with ETSI/RED or FCC frameworks** and designing for successful compliance testing.
• **Comfortable collaborating cross-functionally** with firmware, electronics, mechanical, and cloud teams.
• **Strong communication skills** in English (German a plus).
• **EU work authorization.**

**Preferred Requirements:**

• **Experience taking RF systems** from prototype to field deployment.
• **Background in interference mitigation** or robust communication techniques.
• **Experience with DFM, DFT, and EMS collaboration.**
• **Background in mission-critical systems** or industrial-grade platforms.
• **Startup experience** and a desire to help build something truly groundbreaking.

## Benefits

• **Competitive Compensation:** Highly competitive cash comp, along with virtual stock options, that reflect your experience and the value you bring.
• **Accelerated Learning & Growth:** Join a fast-paced environment where you’ll take on real responsibility, overcome meaningful challenges, and grow alongside a driven team.
• **Make a Real Impact:** Play a key role in shaping Omnisent’s journey and contribute directly to the success of the company.

**Join us in redefining how the world listens, understands, and responds through intelligent acoustic sensing.**

In your cover letter, we’d love to hear about your personal interests, what drives you, why this role feels like the right fit — and most importantly, why Omnisent.