Senior Wireless LTE & Modem Connectivity Engineer at Motive in San Francisco, CA | USD148,000-226,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

sim management

firmware optimization

automated testing

5g development

fota updates

wireless debugging

Collaborate with product, hardware, and mobile teams to define end-to-end connectivity requirements and solutions, including SIM/eSIM management and device provisioning.
Debug, optimize, and validate wireless protocols and firmware across multi-core embedded systems and mobile OS environments, with a focus on power consumption and data throughput.
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, such as 3GPP specifications, low-power wide-area networks (LPWAN), and cellular V2X, ensuring Motive products remain cutting-edge.
Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor, guiding team members on best practices for wireless development, modem firmware updates (FOTA), and debugging network registration and data session activation.
Design and implement automated testing frameworks for LTE certification (e.g., PTCRB, GCF) and interoperability testing.
Lead the architecture, design, and development of LTE-M, NB-IoT, and 5G features for embedded platforms

Requirements

c/c++

java/kotlin/swift

ee/cs degree

7+ years

lte/5g

rtos

Strong programming experience in C/C++ for embedded systems, and Java/Kotlin/Swift for mobile platforms.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in wireless connectivity or embedded software development, with significant focus on Wireless LTE, 5G, and modem connectivity.
Deep expertise in LTE/5G stacks, protocols (IP, UDP, TCP), and performance optimization, including QoS parameters.
Familiarity with network simulation tools and RF lab equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, network emulators).
Understanding of wireless coexistence challenges and mitigation strategies (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth).
Hands-on experience with iOS and Android APIs related to modem and LTE connectivity (e.g., TelephonyManager, CellularGateway, NetworkExtension frameworks).
Experience with embedded systems and real-time operating systems (RTOS).

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded in 2013

Year Established

The company began as KeepTruckin in 2013 with a focus on digitizing driver hours and logs for truckers.

Rebranded 2022

New Identity Year

The company rebranded to Motive in 2022 to better reflect its expanded mission of powering the physical economy.

$150M Raised in 2022

Series F Funding

The company secured $150 million in Series F funding in 2022, contributing to its valuation.

120,000+ Businesses

Global Reach

The platform supports over 120,000 businesses worldwide, streamlining operations, safety, and finance teams.

Launched with a simple goal: digitize driver hours and logs for truckers.
Evolved into an integrated platform combining IoT devices and AI-powered apps for managing vehicles, safety, compliance, assets, maintenance, and expenses.
Typical projects include rolling out fleet-wide dashcam systems with real-time safety alerts and automating compliance workflows for construction or oil-and-gas fleets.
Specializes in fleet management for sectors like trucking, logistics, construction, field service, agriculture, transit, and delivery.
A standout achievement: its Motive Card achieved a $1 billion annualized spend run rate, showcasing strong traction in spend management.

Culture + Values

Own It
Less but Better
Build Trust
Unlock Potential
Make it happen
Make it simple
Make it great
Make it different
Make it together

Environment + Sustainability

5M+ Electric Miles

Electric Vehicle Impact

Electrification initiatives have displaced over 5 million electric miles, significantly reducing environmental impact.

13% Fuel Savings

Fuel Efficiency Enhancements

Implementing advanced fleet management has achieved up to 13% reduction in fuel consumption.

20% Idling Cut

AI-Driven Fuel Insights

AI technology has successfully reduced unnecessary idling, saving fleets up to 10% in fuel costs.

15M+ CO₂ Reduced

Carbon Emissions Impact

Efforts have resulted in the displacement of 15 million pounds of CO₂ and reduced particulate matter effectively.

Carbon Neutrality target achieved for Scope 1 & 2 emissions
Upgraded fuel and carbon emissions reporting with low‑carbon integration
Net‑zero target: achieving carbon neutrality on operational emissions (Scope 1 & 2)

Inclusion & Diversity

4% increase

Women in Leadership

Year-over-year growth in women occupying leadership roles, reflecting progress toward gender equality in executive positions.

Implementing industry-leading employee dialogue processes for an inclusive workplace.
Published diversity metrics in annual Impact Reports.
Commitment to building a diverse, inclusive team driving innovation.

Articles

Role

Description

sim management

firmware optimization

automated testing

5g development

fota updates

wireless debugging

Collaborate with product, hardware, and mobile teams to define end-to-end connectivity requirements and solutions, including SIM/eSIM management and device provisioning.
Debug, optimize, and validate wireless protocols and firmware across multi-core embedded systems and mobile OS environments, with a focus on power consumption and data throughput.
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, such as 3GPP specifications, low-power wide-area networks (LPWAN), and cellular V2X, ensuring Motive products remain cutting-edge.
Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor, guiding team members on best practices for wireless development, modem firmware updates (FOTA), and debugging network registration and data session activation.
Design and implement automated testing frameworks for LTE certification (e.g., PTCRB, GCF) and interoperability testing.
Lead the architecture, design, and development of LTE-M, NB-IoT, and 5G features for embedded platforms

Requirements

c/c++

java/kotlin/swift

ee/cs degree

7+ years

lte/5g

rtos

Strong programming experience in C/C++ for embedded systems, and Java/Kotlin/Swift for mobile platforms.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in wireless connectivity or embedded software development, with significant focus on Wireless LTE, 5G, and modem connectivity.
Deep expertise in LTE/5G stacks, protocols (IP, UDP, TCP), and performance optimization, including QoS parameters.
Familiarity with network simulation tools and RF lab equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, network emulators).
Understanding of wireless coexistence challenges and mitigation strategies (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth).
Hands-on experience with iOS and Android APIs related to modem and LTE connectivity (e.g., TelephonyManager, CellularGateway, NetworkExtension frameworks).
Experience with embedded systems and real-time operating systems (RTOS).

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 2013

Year Established

The company began as KeepTruckin in 2013 with a focus on digitizing driver hours and logs for truckers.

Rebranded 2022

New Identity Year

The company rebranded to Motive in 2022 to better reflect its expanded mission of powering the physical economy.

$150M Raised in 2022

Series F Funding

The company secured $150 million in Series F funding in 2022, contributing to its valuation.

120,000+ Businesses

Global Reach

The platform supports over 120,000 businesses worldwide, streamlining operations, safety, and finance teams.

Launched with a simple goal: digitize driver hours and logs for truckers.
Evolved into an integrated platform combining IoT devices and AI-powered apps for managing vehicles, safety, compliance, assets, maintenance, and expenses.
Typical projects include rolling out fleet-wide dashcam systems with real-time safety alerts and automating compliance workflows for construction or oil-and-gas fleets.
Specializes in fleet management for sectors like trucking, logistics, construction, field service, agriculture, transit, and delivery.
A standout achievement: its Motive Card achieved a $1 billion annualized spend run rate, showcasing strong traction in spend management.

Culture + Values

Own It
Less but Better
Build Trust
Unlock Potential
Make it happen
Make it simple
Make it great
Make it different
Make it together

Environment + Sustainability

5M+ Electric Miles

Electric Vehicle Impact

Electrification initiatives have displaced over 5 million electric miles, significantly reducing environmental impact.

13% Fuel Savings

Fuel Efficiency Enhancements

Implementing advanced fleet management has achieved up to 13% reduction in fuel consumption.

20% Idling Cut

AI-Driven Fuel Insights

AI technology has successfully reduced unnecessary idling, saving fleets up to 10% in fuel costs.

15M+ CO₂ Reduced

Carbon Emissions Impact

Efforts have resulted in the displacement of 15 million pounds of CO₂ and reduced particulate matter effectively.

Carbon Neutrality target achieved for Scope 1 & 2 emissions
Upgraded fuel and carbon emissions reporting with low‑carbon integration
Net‑zero target: achieving carbon neutrality on operational emissions (Scope 1 & 2)

Inclusion & Diversity

4% increase

Women in Leadership

Year-over-year growth in women occupying leadership roles, reflecting progress toward gender equality in executive positions.

Implementing industry-leading employee dialogue processes for an inclusive workplace.
Published diversity metrics in annual Impact Reports.
Commitment to building a diverse, inclusive team driving innovation.

Articles