Industrial PhD Student in Direct-to-Smartphone Satellite Communications (m/f/d)

Huawei's Munich Research Center is responsible for advanced technology research, architectural development, design and strategic engineering of our products.

We are looking for an Industrial PhD Student in the topic of Direct-to-Smartphone Satellite Communications. Non-terrestrial networks (NTN) with direct-to-smartphone connectivity augment 5G and beyond 5G wireless communication systems and provide coverage in areas currently not served by terrestrial networks. Currently several low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite mega-constellations are planned and launched. However, for direct-to-smartphone connectivity from LEO satellites, the propagation channel is a particularly challenging because it involves large path-losses and high and rapidly changing Doppler frequencies and propagation delays.
As a PhD student in Wireless Terminal Chipset Technology Lab at MRC you will explore the latest technology to optimize digital signal processing algorithms for the satellite and/or the smartphone side. You will identify yourself the detailed PhD topic and contribute to state of the art and publish results in one or more of the following areas:

• Effects of antenna array processing at the satellite side on communication link
• Multi-antenna processing for the smartphone
• LEO satellite-based positioning
• Wideband processing for the LEO satellite channel

Join us as a

Industrial PhD Student in Direct-to-Smartphone Satellite Communications (m/f/d) (m/f/d)

Your areas of expertise

• Master's degree or an equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering or RF engineering
  
• Fundamental knowledge of wireless communications including 5G and OFDM, linear algebra and matrix computations
  
• Ability to read and understand advanced research publications in signal processing
  
• Self-motivation and a strong desire to understand the challenges, excellent problem-solving skills
  
• Strong interest in innovative solutions and technologies in wireless communications
  
• Familiarity with at least one of following programming languages: Matlab, Python
  
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Preferred additional qualifications

• Good academic transcripts from university
• Background in algorithm simulations
• Background in optimization theory
• German and/or Chinese language skills is an advantage

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Your rewards of working here

• Our culture is characterized by innovative power and team spirit as well as the intensive exchange of knowledge and experience within our global network.
• We offer healthy meals ranging from traditional Chinese to western delicacies in our famous company canteen.
• To keep your development ongoing, you will find a broad range of training opportunities. Many online and face-to-face training programs incl. language courses in German and Mandarin.
• Our diverse and welcoming environment is shaped by different backgrounds and around 40 individual nationalities.
• Self-responsible work in a competent, motivated and constantly growing team.

Please send your application and CV (incl. cover letter and reference letters) in English.

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Driven by a commitment to operations, ongoing innovation, and open collaboration, we have established a competitive ICT portfolio of end-to-end solutions in Telecom and enterprise networks, Devices and Cloud technology and services. Our ICT solutions, products and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world's population. With 197,000 employees, Huawei is committed to develop the future information society and build a Better Connected World.