Research Engineer in Electronic Design for Embedded Systems, Robotics, and Wireless Communication

About the Position

IMDEA Networks’ Pervasive Wireless System Group, headed by Prof. Domenico Giustiniano, invites applications for one research engineer position in the area of Electronics, Embedded Systems, Robotics, and Wireless Communication.

As a member of the team, the researcher will contribute to cutting-edge research on Optical Wireless Communication (OWC) applied to Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).

Deadline for receipt of applications: November 2nd 2026, 23:59 AoE (03 November 2026, 13:59h Europe/Madrid)

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cutting-edge research on Optical Wireless Communication (OWC) applied to Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
• Collaborate with the Pervasive Wireless System Group

Requirements

• Skills Required:

  • Solid background with electronic design, embedded systems
  • Experience building research prototypes
  • Excellent technical and problem-solving skills
  • Very good organization and communication skills
  • Proficiency in English

• Academic Qualifications:

  • BSc/MSc degree in electronic engineering, electrical engineering, or similar

Nice to Have

• Background in utilizing additive manufacturing (3D printing)
• Background in telemetry for drones
• Prior experience in industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

IMDEA Networks Institute aims to increase the proportion of women and therefore qualified female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Until a balanced ratio of men and women has been achieved at the institute, preference will be given to women if applicants have similar qualifications. IMDEA Networks Institute actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants are not to be discriminated against in personnel selection procedures on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, religion or ideology, age, sexual orientation (anti-discrimination). People with disabilities who have the relevant qualifications are expressly invited to apply.

We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research in Optical Wireless Communication (OWC) applied to Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
• Collaborative environment within the Pervasive Wireless System Group

About the Company

IMDEA Networks Institute is a leading research center in Spain focused on innovative research in wireless communication and embedded systems.

Apply Now!

1. Remember to select the following option: Research Engineer & Support: [Research Engineer] [Electronic Design for Embedded Systems, Robotics, and Wireless Communication_ Pervasive Wireless Systems Group] [2026]
2. Deadline for receipt of applications: November 2nd 2026, 23:59 AoE (03 November 2026, 13:59h Europe/Madrid)
3. If necessary choose as supervisor Domenico GIUSTINIANO