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Microwave Systems Lead

Muon Space · Remote

Posted about 3 months ago · $202,000 - $223,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
82 days
Muon Space's roles stay open a median of 78 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
88% of Muon Space's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Muon Space
high
113 stale, 2 reposted of 115 open
Hiring momentum
131 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-24

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Muon Space's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Muon Space.

About this role

The Microwave Systems Team Lead at Muon will spearhead the development of microwave instruments and data products, overseeing everything from design and engineering to digital signal processing. This role involves leading a team of experts, ensuring high-quality data production, and collaborating with partners to enhance internal capabilities. The position also requires acting as the primary technical contact for customers and guiding the microwave systems strategy.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Muon Space as an employer.

What you need

  • PhD or Master’s degree in relevant field plus 5+ years of professional experience
  • Extensive background in design and hardware engineering of microwave instruments
  • Deep understanding of DSP implementation for microwave instruments
  • Familiarity with the generation of data products from microwave remote sensing
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and coordination skills
  • Excited to work in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have

  • Experience leading a small team of engineers
  • Track record of interfacing and delivering to customers
  • Expertise in common programming environments (Python) and cloud services (AWS)

What you get

  • Salary range of $166,000 - $230,000
  • Competitive equity grant
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Short & long term disability and life insurance
  • Three weeks paid vacation for new employees

Worth weighing

  • Position is hybrid, requiring on-site work three days per week in San Jose, CA
  • Access to export controlled information is required, limiting applicant eligibility to U.S. persons or those eligible for export authorization
  • The role is described as fast-paced, which may imply a high-pressure environment

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Listed by Muon Space on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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