Communications Engineer (f/m/d)

Founded in late 2024, Omnisent is a Munich-based acoustic AI company developing next-generation sensing systems that turn sound into real-time intelligence. The team combines deep expertise in physics, machine learning, and mechanical engineering — united by a mission to unlock the untapped intelligence of the acoustic world.

At the core of Omnisent’s innovation are ultra-low-power sonic devices and the company’s Large Acoustic Model (LAM) — a foundation model trained on the complex world of non-speech audio. This unique combination enables the real-time detection, classification, and localization of acoustic events — whether identifying drones in contested airspace or tracing air leaks in manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect the RF backbone of a long-lived distributed sensing network for low-power, wide-area acoustic monitoring.
• Design and optimize sub‑GHz / LPWAN communication for multi‑year battery operation across large distributed deployments.
• Develop robust mesh or hybrid mesh–LPWAN strategies with self‑healing, redundancy, and resilience in challenging environments.
• Design and integrate embedded antennas into compact, ruggedized housings, collaborating closely with mechanical and electronics teams.
• Implement interference‑tolerant communication techniques suitable for real‑world, noisy RF conditions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with ETSI/FCC/RED and regional spectrum requirements.
• Co‑design communication strategies with firmware teams to maximize power efficiency and reliability.
• Lead RF prototyping and validation including lab testing and DFM‑focused iteration for smooth production handoff.
• Collaborate with EMS partners on manufacturing, test planning, and quality optimization.
• Conduct real‑world RF testing to evaluate range, performance, and environmental impacts.
• Explore emerging LPWAN and sub‑GHz technologies to keep Omnisent’s platform at the forefront of innovation.

Requirements

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, RF Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 3+ years of experience in RF or wireless communications engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with sub‑GHz or LPWAN technologies.
• Strong understanding of link budgets, modulation schemes, antennas, and RF propagation.
• Skilled with RF lab tools (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators, etc.).
• Familiarity with ETSI/RED or FCC frameworks and designing for successful compliance testing.
• Comfortable collaborating cross‑functionally with firmware, electronics, mechanical, and cloud teams.
• Strong communication skills in English (German a plus).
• EU work authorization.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience taking RF systems from prototype to field deployment.
• Background in interference mitigation or robust communication techniques.
• Experience with DFM, DFT, and EMS collaboration.
• Background in mission‑critical systems or industrial‑grade platforms.
• Startup experience and a desire to help build something truly groundbreaking.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Highly competitive cash compensation, along with virtual stock options, that reflect your experience and the value you bring.
• Accelerated Learning & Growth: Join a fast‑paced environment where you’ll take on real responsibility, overcome meaningful challenges, and grow alongside a driven team.
• Make a Real Impact: Play a key role in shaping Omnisent’s journey and contribute directly to the success of the company.

Join us in redefining how the world listens, understands, and responds through intelligent acoustic sensing.