TSMC · 1 month ago
mmW/RF/Analog Circuit Design Engineer(7083)
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$166K/yr - $250K/yr
15+ years expTSMC is a leading semiconductor foundry seeking a highly motivated mmW/RF/Analog Circuit Design Engineer to join their RF design team. The role focuses on developing advanced methodologies and technologies in RF and mmWave circuit design, while also providing mentorship to junior designers.
Consumer ElectronicsElectronicsManufacturingProduct DesignSemiconductor
Responsibilities
RFIC Design & Methodology – Design, simulate, and validate mmW/RF/Analog building blocks (LNAs, mixers, TIAs, VCOs, PLLs, LOGENs, etc.), while developing robust methodologies and design flows for the team
Design-Technology Co-Optimization (DTCO) – Partner with technology development teams to push transistor-level feasibility and achieve PPA (power, performance, area) breakthroughs in advanced nodes
Silicon Validation – Collaborate with test engineers to drive accurate silicon-to-simulation correlation, debugging, and optimization
Electromagnetic Simulation – Create and validate EM isolation methodologies for on-chip, package, and PCB integration
Mentorship – Initially operate as an independent contributor; gradually mentor junior designers and foster a culture of innovation
Qualification
Required
Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field
15+ years direct experience in mmW/RF/Analog circuit design for wireless/communication applications
Proven tape-out experience and direct involvement in delivering commercial designs
Demonstrated hands-on experience in the design of mixed-signal, analog, RF, or high-speed link circuits for wireless or wireline products
Strong understanding of RFIC fundamentals (noise, linearity, stability, mismatches, power efficiency, impairments)
Expertise in tools: Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre RF, ADS, MATLAB, EMX, HFSS
Solid knowledge of semiconductor device physics and process technology
Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate system requirements into design specifications
Excellent communication skills and willingness to work across Taiwan and U.S. teams
Preferred
Ph.D. with strong publication record (patents, journals, conferences)
Familiarity with RF transceiver architectures and design trade-offs
Experience in mixed-signal verification methodologies
Proficiency in Python/Perl/Tcl for design automation
Prior exposure to AI/ML-based design optimization
Knowledge of reliability analysis (EM, IR-drop, thermal effects) and design for testability
Familiarity with semiconductor ecosystem
Benefits
Market competitive pay
Allowances
Bonuses
Comprehensive benefits
Extensive development opportunities and programs
Company
TSMC
Established in 1987, TSMC is the world's first dedicated semiconductor foundry.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$14.2BKey Investors
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2024-04-08Grant· $6.6B
2024-01-01Acquired
2022-09-30Post Ipo Equity· $4.1B
Leadership Team
Morris Chang
Founder, Chairman & CEO
Peter M. Cleveland
Senior Vice President
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