Job Description

Important pre-readThis job description will take ~15 minutes to read and ~15 minutes to apply. You increase your chances of selection by 10x if you read this to the end, slowly. Trust us on this.What is Armory?
What we are building requires hard work, tenacity, ownership, creativity and way more man-hours than an everyday job. If you are a savant at what you do, love autonomy, have high agency, and genuinely want to impact the future of this country, we want you to start working with us yesterday!Modern conflicts waged remotely demand a radical rethinking of strategy as adversaries deploy inexpensive drones and technology to inflict maximum damage with minimal risk.If you prefer routine over the dynamic unpredictability of innovation, Armory isn\'t for you. Our fast-paced environment requires genuine curiosity, resilience, a passion for continuous learning, and comfort with rapid change.Armory is a new age defence tech startup building next-generation products to strengthen Indian forces in the modern battlefields.About the founderAmardeep Singh is an IIT Bombay alumnus & an aerospace engineer by education. He was a founding member of ideaForge - currently Indias biggest drone company & the first drone company to get listed on the Indian stock exchange.His 16-year entrepreneurial journey is marked by a series of ambitious ventures spanning across diverse tech domains like Drones, Consumer Hardware, B2B SaaS & AI.Problems we solveOur countrys defence systems, conceived in a bygone era, have been outpaced by the rapid advancements in technology, revealing critical gaps that we, at Armory, are poised to bridge.At Armory, we identify and solve the most critical, complex & specific challenges in modern warfare. By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and diving deep into specific problems, we create innovative defence technologies and products that protect our nation and allies.Why you should NOT join usIf high stakes, tight deadlines, and significant challenges don\'t excite you, then our mission to revolutionise defence technology might not align with your career goals. We seek individuals who are ready to push boundaries and are motivated by the urgency of now.Why you SHOULD join usWe offer the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that strengthen national defence, supported by a team of A players.Join Armory if you're drawn to solving hard problems and want to create a meaningful & profound impact to the national security.At Armory, you will do the best work of your life. Period.RequirementsAbout this roleYou will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing DSP algorithms and firmware for our state-of-the-art RF products and radar systems.

• Develop and implement real-time DSP algorithms for radar signal processing, including pulse compression, micro-Doppler processing, and target detection.

• Design and optimize firmware for radar data acquisition, processing, and control.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including RF engineers and software developers, to integrate DSP firmware into the RF hardware system.

• Perform tests and troubleshoot RF system to ensure functionality and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in RF technology.

Must haves

• Min. 8-12 years of experience in developing DSP algorithms and firmware, preferably in the context of radar systems.

• Hands-on experience with Software Defined Radios.

• Strong understanding of radar signal processing concepts, including Pulse compression, Doppler processing, Beamforming, Angle of Arrival/Estimation, DOA, MIMO & CFARs.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python and MATLAB, with experience in developing real-time embedded firmware.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Bonus points for

• Experience in designing and optimizing radar system FMCW chirps.

• Knowledge of radar architectures, including pulsed, CW, FMCW radars.

• Experience with specific radar architectures, such as synthetic aperture radar (SAR) or phased array radar.

• Knowledge of radar performance metrics and analysis techniques, such as signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), probability of detection, and false alarm rate.

• Familiarity with radar performance metrics, such as range resolution, Doppler resolution, and sensitivity.

• Familiarity with radar system simulation tools, such as MATLAB Simulink or SystemVue.

• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and validation of radar systems.

What will make you successful in this role?

• Deep Technical Expertise in RF theory and practice

• Assembling an RF system in record time

• Getting s**t done

How will we set you up for success in this role?

• A live project: You will jump straight into a live project as soon as you join. No dummy or test projects.

• State-of-the-art tools and technologies: You will have access to the latest RF simulation and design software, along with advanced testing and measurement equipment.

• Access to resources: You name it, we will do everything to get it for you.

• Supportive team: You will be surrounded by the best minds ready to help you.

Our Hiring ProcessWe target to close the hiring process within 14 days of your application.Round 1: Screening Application

• Duration : At your own pace but if it takes you less than 15 minutes to apply, you are unlikely to move to the next round.

• How to ace: Do not copy-paste your answers from a website or ChatGPT. Be specific in your answers. Its about you.

• Codeword: Use DSPHERE in the application form where it asks you for Codeword. This way we know you have read the JD :)

Round 2: Introduction round

• Duration : 1 hour

• How to ace: Be yourself. We want to know YOU, not some ideal unrealistic person. Demonstrate your expertise in the area we are evaluating. Ask good questions.

Round 3: Take home exercise

• Duration : 2 hours

• How to ace: Show curiosity. Go beyond what you were expected to do. Come back with more ideas.

Round 4: Psychometric test

• Duration: 45 minutes (Online test)

• How to ace: Be honest. Be yourself.

Round 5: Culture Fitment

• Duration : 1 hour

• How to ace: Help us understand your goals & aspirations. Share some of the stories that have made you what you are. Ask good questions.

Round 6

• Congratulations! You are now a part of Armory. You will build something that lets you sleep at night with a feeling you did something meaningful. Buckle up for a ride into the future.

Work Location:Armory highly values having employees working in-office. We are establishing a collaborative work environment and company culture and that simply does not happen from home. We are based out of Gurgaon and require employees to be in office.BenefitsWhat we expect from you

• Genuine curiosity

• Founders mindset

• First principles thinking

• Execution, not just ideas

• Bias for action

• High energy

• High agency

• Highest level of integrity

• Getting your hands dirty

• Audacious state of mind

What to expect from us

• Team of A players

• Work directly with the founder

• Ridiculous levels of responsibility

• Fast & decisive approach

• Work on hard problems

What your first 3 months at Armory will look like30 Days

• Complete the onboarding process, learn about our mission and values, meet your team, and understand ongoing projects and priorities.

• Set up your development environment and familiarize yourself with the tools, software, and equipment necessary for radar firmware development and testing.

• Begin contributing to ongoing projects by assisting with DSP algorithm development, optimization, and testing, focusing on range, micro-Doppler detection and estimation, as well as CFAR techniques.

• Deploy & test algorithms on Software Defined Radios.

60 Days

• Collaborate with RF Hardware team to implement firmware

• Develop and implement real-time DSP algorithms for radar signal processing, focusing on performance optimization and resource efficiency

• Conduct thorough simulations and analyses to validate and optimize DSP algorithms

• Showcase a working radar with a short range detection

90 Days

• Lead the development and implementation of a long range radar.

• Collaborate with the team to define and execute comprehensive test plans for radar firmware validation, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.

• Optimize radar firmware performance based on test results and real-world feedback.

• Identify opportunities for firmware modularity, reusability, and scalability to improve development efficiency and maintainability

• Ready the code in C for deploying to real hardware.

• Engage in IP development and patent discussions.

• Develop a long-term plan for personal growth and development within the company, discussing your career aspirations with the founder.

TipsIrrespective of you applying at Armory or not, some of the following tips will definitely help you in your job search.How to get hiredTargeted Applications: Ensure your application is tailored specifically for the job you're applying for by understanding its requirements and showcasing relevant experiences and skills. Apply for THIS job, not some job.Quality Over Quantity: Instead of applying to 100 jobs casually, its far better to apply to 4 seriously.Stand out: Most people dont put any efforts in applying to jobs, their applications look exactly the same. Its easy to stand out from them just by putting a little effort and showcasing your relevant experience and interest for the said job.How to NOT get hired

• If you cover letter starts with _Honestly, I possess all the skills and experience that youre looking for_, then you are not going to make it.

• In fact, we wrote a long thread on all the ways you will NOT get hired.

We highly recommend you to read it.We wish you the best in your job search!

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