CommAgility

Meet two of our Engineers

Why I chose Electronics

Since playing with buckets of Lego when I was little and then programming and computers as I got older, I’ve always been interested in making things work. I enjoyed maths and physics at school, so I went to a university engineering open day. It was a great way to see different types of engineering but it was electronics that was really interesting. There was a really diverse range of things to design, build and analyse which got me really excited about the course.

While studying at university…

I did two industrial placements. They were a great compliment to the course itself – I definitely learned things that can’t be taught in lectures. Solving real-world engineering problems and getting first-hand experience was a great addition to my course and meant that I knew what employers were looking for when I left. It gave me the opportunity to work with cutting edge hardware and software: I designed a GPS simulator which I continued to work on into my final year of university.

Now I work as a hardware engineer at CommAgility

I draw schematics for circuit boards with hundreds of components and thousands of connections. I’m involved with projects all the way from the “drawing board” through to seeing them manufactured and sent to customers. I’m pleased to say that the variety that I saw all those years ago on the open day is present in my job today – as well as hardware design I get involved in all sorts of different programming, testing and analysis, as well as solving problems with customers. There’s always something new to learn and exciting projects to work on.

It’s not all hard work though…

I developed a passion for cycling frequently with friends at university both on- and off-road. I ride even more now than I did then!

From puzzles to Electronics

As a kid, I was fascinated by technology, especially how someone could talk on phone with someone else who was thousands of miles away was a puzzle to me. I was drawn by that puzzle which led to another puzzle, and the process continued. It is the combination of curiosity, ambition and excitement in solving these puzzles that led me to undertake a degree in electronic and electrical. This decision makes me feel lucky because it gives me the opportunity to work in cutting-edged technology, for example a project on MIMO – as used in 4G – at University of Bristol.

Why I joined CommAgility

Having finished my studies, I decided to focus on the signal processing domain because it involves a lot of advanced technologies in electronic and communications. CommAgility, being one of the world-leading developers of embedded signal processing and radio modules, is an ideal place for me to start my career as a graduate.

I first joined CommAgility as an intern and since then I have been working on the latest technologies in multicore DSPs and RF. The plus point of working in an SME is that I am involved in various aspects of the product life cycle from designing, development, to implementation and testing. The experience and support I get from CommAgility is incredible. It feels pleasant and satisfactory to be a part of the project team developing exciting products which set new standards in the field. Moreover, the work culture at CommAgility is full of positive energy. Our motto at work is to work smart and play hard, in which the company has organised many events for all employees to socialise and relax.

Outside of work

Travelling and food are my two hobbies which urge me to explore the world and experience its varied cuisines. I also love playing badminton and tennis, and enjoy socialising.