Senior Hardware Engineer- NFC Digital Key
Core
Architect, design, and validate NFC hardware subsystems (readers, Secure Element, controllers) for secure vehicle access and Digital Key experiences.
Role type
Senior Hardware Engineer (NFC/Digital Key)
Builds
NFC readers and controllers for GM Digital Key systems
Domain
Automotive wireless connectivity and security
Required skills
NFC hardware architecture, RF fundamentals, electromagnetic interference analysis, antenna and coil design, short-range coexistence testing, ISO/IEC 14443/15693 standards, hardware bring-up and debug, test plan development, cross-functional technical leadership
Preferred skills
UWB and BLE transceiver design, RF front-end design, Python for test automation, cybersecurity awareness, patent or standards contributions
Technologies
NFC, BLE, UWB, ISO/IEC 14443, ISO/IEC 15693, IEEE 802.15.4z, Python
Responsibilities
Define hardware requirements for NFC readers supporting vehicle entry and start; lead schematic and PCB layout reviews for NFC subsystems; bring up and debug Digital Key hardware in the lab; execute NFC-focused test plans for realistic packaging conditions; lead coexistence analysis with other wireless technologies; mentor junior engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC