Senior RFIC Design Engineer

1 week ago


San Jose, California, United States Skyworks Solutions, Inc. Full time
Job Summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior RFIC Design Engineer to join our team in San Jose, CA. As a key member of our design team, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, development, prototyping, and lab-testing of cutting-edge wireless chipsets.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and development of RFICs for mobile handset applications, including Class A, AB/E/F, Push-Pull Differential PAs, Doherty, and other high-efficiency advanced topologies.
  • Expertise in RF & 3D EM modeling of RFICs and familiarity with PA parameters such as gain, linearity, PAE, P3dB, input/output matching, and stability.
  • Collaboration with a group of analog/RF IC design experts in the development of cellular-band ICs that transmit, receive, and/or switch signals to or from antennas.
  • Collection, tracking, and resolution of performance and circuit design issues.
  • Architectural innovation for industry-leading performance and collaboration with other design centers.
  • Drive RFIC PA tape-outs for fulfilling product schedules and mentor/train junior engineers.
Requirements
  • Industry expert with transistor-level Power Amplifier design in III-V or Si-based process technology.
  • Familiarity with basic device physics and ability to develop and use advanced linear and nonlinear models or simulation techniques.
  • Expert-level RF and microwave engineering knowledge to optimize RF performance of the RFIC.
  • Experience with simulation tools, analog and RF circuit test characterization techniques, and equipment.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work with other design centers and junior engineers to resolve and debug performance issues.
Preferred Qualifications
  • BS Degree and 12 years' experience, or MSEE and 8 years' experience, or Ph.D. graduates with 3 years of industry experience.
  • Proficient with amplifier modes of operation: Class A, AB, C, E, F, understanding of power amplifier design fundamentals.
  • Industrial expertise with RFIC design experience using CMOS/GaAs/SiGe HBT for PAs.
  • Proficient in ADS and HFSS, and experience with design simulation tools or equivalent - APD, Cadence Virtuoso.
  • Expert with analog circuit design principles and basic EM theory.
  • Lab experience to perform IC/MCM characterization and debugging.
  • Team player and self-motivated to meet challenging product requirements and schedules.
  • Experience of having delivered Power Amplifier RF front-end products in the cellular handset industry is preferred.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. offers a competitive compensation package, including access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, and more. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to create an accessible workplace.



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