Motorola Solutions

RF Modeling Manager

Motorola Solutions$140K — $170K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree with 6+ years or a PhD with 4+ years of experience in AI/ML, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Deep understanding of RF propagation, indoor multipath, and path-loss modeling.
  • Proficient in signal processing techniques including filtering, Kalman smoothing, and time-series feature extraction.
  • Strong programming skills in Matlab and Python, especially with data libraries like NumPy and pandas.
  • Hands-on experience in deploying ML algorithms for real-time systems with tight latency constraints.
  • Ability to design robust models and analyze noisy data for production-level applications.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and develop AI-driven models for indoor localization.
  • Build and refine RF propagation models to enhance accuracy and stability.
  • Apply advanced signal processing to extract valuable features from raw data.
  • Combine multiple sensor data to create hybrid models that improve performance.
  • Conduct experiments to evaluate model accuracy and improve confidence scoring.
  • Deploy models into real-time systems while ensuring operational reliability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor peers in algorithm design.

Benefits

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
  • and more!
Full Job Description

Department Overview

Motorola Solutions' innovations, products, and services play essential roles in people's lives. Our end-to-end suite of software solutions helps customers manage emergency communications, process video and evidence, and leverage cutting-edge AI-driven analytics for security and operational insights. We are industry leaders in video security and analytics, with solutions deployed in more than 120 countries across diverse environments such as school campuses, transportation systems, healthcare centers, public venues, critical infrastructure, prisons, factories, casinos, airports, financial institutions, government facilities, and retailers.

Our AI-powered security solutions integrate advanced video analytics, machine learning, and embedded intelligence to enable proactive threat detection, enhanced situational awareness, and automated decision-making.
Job Description

Responsibilities:

Model & Innovate: Architect and develop AI-driven models for indoor localization, including fingerprinting, similarity scoring, probabilistic grid-cell prediction, and lightweight sensor fusion

Understand the Physics: Build and refine path-loss, RF propagation, and multipath-aware models to improve accuracy, robustness, and stability

Extract the Signal: Apply advanced signal processing techniques, filtering, smoothing, noise reduction, time-series modeling to transform raw RF and IMU data into high-quality features.

Fuse Intelligence: Combine Wi-Fi RSSI, BLE RSSI, RTT timestamps, and IMU patterns to produce hybrid models that outperform single-sensor approaches.

Experiment Relentlessly: Evaluate accuracy using ground-truth traces, run controlled experiments, tune hyperparameters, and improve model confidence scoring.

Operationalize Intelligence: Deploy models into real-time scoring pipelines, collaborating with cloud engineering to ensure sub-100ms inference and large-scale reliability.

Collaborate & Elevate: Work closely with firmware, data, RF, QA, and product teams. Mentor peers in algorithmic reasoning and modeling excellence

Qualifications:

Master’s degree with 6+ years of relevant work or a PhD (preferred) with 4+ years of professional experience in AI/ML, Electrical Engineering, CS, Applied Math, Robotics, or a related technical discipline.

RF & Sensors: Solid understanding of RF propagation, indoor multipath, path-loss modeling, and RTT distance estimation.

Signal Processing Specialist: Experience with filtering, Kalman/EMA smoothing, noise modeling, and time-series feature extraction.

Data Wrangler: Strong Matlab, Python skills (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, scikit-learn) and experience working with Wi-Fi RSSI, BLE RSSI, RTT/FTM, IMU datasets.

AI/ML Engineer: Hands-on experience with clustering, probabilistic modeling, similarity metrics, and lightweight ML classification/regression.

Production Mindset: Experience deploying algorithms to real-time, enterprise-scale systems with tight latency constraints.

Algorithm Scientist Thinking: Able to analyze noisy data, design robust models, validate hypotheses, and convert prototypes into production-ready logic.

Target Base Salary Range: $140,000 - $170,000 USD
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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Basic Requirements

Master’s degree with 6+ years OR a PhD with 4+ years of professional experience in AI/ML, Electrical Engineering, CS, Applied Math, Robotics, or a related technical discipline.


Travel Requirements

Under 10%
Relocation Provided

None
Position Type

Experienced
Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans

  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

  • 401K with Company Match

  • 10 Paid Holidays

  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Paid Parental & Family Leave

  • and more!

About Motorola Solutions

Motorola provides products, technologies, and services for mobile, wireline digital communication, information, and entertainment applications. Its product portfolio includes smartphones operating on the Android operating system, feature phones, media tablet devices, wireless accessories, and more. Its range of smartphone products includes the Moto X first generation, Moto X second generation, Moto G first generation, Moto G second generation, and more. It is also the manufacturer of Moto 360, a smartwatch that provides services such as notifications, updates, and other related features. It also provides monitors, cordless phones, applications, and accessories such as cases, wireless headsets, wireless speakers, and more. In addition, it provides multimedia content, including video, voice, messaging, and cloud-based and Internet-based applications and services to multiple screens such as mobile devices, televisions, media tablets, and personal computers. Its Medios service platform enables service providers to deliver content on devices. Motorola is based in Chicago, Illinois. It primarily sells its products in the United States, China, Brazil, and Singapore. Motorola currently operates as a subsidiary of Google Inc.

Motorola Solutions Careers

Join the dynamic team at Motorola Solutions today and be part of a company renowned for its relentless innovation, leadership in technology, and a commitment to professional excellence. As a global leader in communications and electronics, Motorola Solutions offers unparalleled job opportunities designed to empower your career growth and development. Work You’ll Do At Motorola Solutions, you will collaborate with a diverse team of experts who are at the forefront of technological innovation and public safety solutions. Our work impacts lives, ensuring safety and security for communities around the world. You will be part of a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and where every team member’s contribution is valued. Lead in Innovation and Technology Motorola Solutions is not just about radios and hardware; we are at the cutting edge of software solutions, AI, and data analytics. By joining our team, you will work on groundbreaking projects that redefine how public safety communicates in the digital age. Your work will help develop smart solutions that keep people safe and businesses thriving. Grow Your Career With Motorola Solutions, your career trajectory is boundless. We offer a variety of professional development and leadership training programs to help you hone your skills and advance within the company. From internships to full-time positions, Motorola Solutions is committed to nurturing talent and fostering an environment where innovation thrives. Benefits and Culture Our employees enjoy a competitive package of benefits that supports their life and well-being. These include health, vision, and dental insurance, employee assistance programs, and flexible working arrangements. At Motorola Solutions, we believe in maintaining a work-life balance that fosters both personal and professional growth. Join Our Team Explore the numerous employment opportunities at Motorola Solutions. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, we have positions ranging from engineering to marketing, sales to project management. We are hiring individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. Networking and Professional Development Motorola Solutions values networking and connections within the industry. We encourage our employees to engage in various professional groups and forums to enhance their networking skills and industry knowledge. This engagement is pivotal in fostering a collaborative environment and sparking innovation within our teams. Internship Programs Our internship programs offer a robust introduction to the world of public safety solutions and communications technology. Interns at Motorola Solutions gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and participating in projects that make real-world impacts. Stay Connected Join the Motorola Solutions career community to stay updated on new job openings, company news, and industry developments. Tailor your job search with our career tools and get tips on crafting the perfect resume and acing your interview. Search Motorola Solutions Jobs Ready to start your journey with Motorola Solutions? Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for individuals who are driven, creative, and ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Motorola Solutions.
Learn more about Motorola Solutions
Size
18,700 employees
Market Cap
$42.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$949 million
Founded
1928
5 Year Trend
+6.2%
Revenue
$7.4 billion
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