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Field Application Engineer (FAE) – Cellular & 5G IoT

San Jose, CA, United StatesFull-timePosted Jun 26, 2026

Job description

Field Application Engineer (FAE) – Cellular & 5G IoT Location: San Diego, California Job Type: Full-Time | Experience: Mid-Senior (3+ years) About the Role We are seeking a customer-facing Field Application Engineer (FAE) to guide customers through the integration and troubleshooting of our high-performance cellular connectivity solutions.

In this remote role, you will serve as the technical champion for engineering clients in the IoT space.

Key Responsibilities

  • Technical Integration: Primary technical contact for customers embedding cellular connectivity modules into product designs.
  • Design-In Support: Review schematics, PCB layouts, and software to optimize Qualcomm-based cellular technologies.
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnose complex RF, hardware, and firmware issues (LTE, 5G, IoT) using network analyzers and debugging tools.
  • Collaboration: Partner with R&D and Sales to relay customer feedback and influence the product roadmap. Position Requirements Education & Experience
  • Degree: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Industry Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in an FAE or Systems Engineering role supporting cellular communication. Technical Expertise
  • Qualcomm Chipset Mastery: Minimum 3 years of direct experience with Qualcomm chipset connectivity technology (specifically LTE, 5G, and cellular IoT platforms).
  • Cellular Architecture: Deep understanding of cellular module architectures, RF front-ends, SIM/eSIM, and antenna integration.
  • Embedded Software: Experience embedding cellular drivers into host environments (Linux, Android, RTOS), AT commands, and debugging network attachment issues. Soft Skills
  • Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts to engineering teams and stakeholders.
  • Highly disciplined to thrive in a 100% remote environment.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits + generous PTO. Interested candidates can share their resumes at [email protected] or [email protected]

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