Texas Instruments · 2 weeks ago
Senior RF GaN Power Amplifier Design Engineer
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTexas Instruments (TI) is a global semiconductor company focused on innovation in electronics. The Senior RF GaN Power Amplifier Design Engineer will be responsible for designing RF and mmWave power amplifiers, analyzing design trade-offs, and defining technology roadmaps.
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Responsibilities
Design of RF and mmWave Power Amplifiers using cutting edge GaN process technology
Analyzing trade-offs involved in designing different Power Amplifier classes and configurations
Device small signal model extractions and waveform engineering for high efficiency and high backoff designs
System analysis, device selection, circuit layout and electromagnetic co-simulations
Defining process technology roadmaps
Qualification
Required
BSEE with 12 years, MSEE with 10 years or PhD with 5 years of Power Amplifier and RFIC design experience
Taken multiple generations of products from concept to high volume manufacturing
Successful tape out of multiple devices
Established in RF simulations using Cadence or ADS, including scripting and coding
Layout and floor planning of RF circuits and packages using Cadence Virtuoso or ADS layout
Strong foundation of electromagnetic design using HFSS or ADS Momentum on die, on package and on PCB
Understanding of harmonic loadpull and use of loadpull data for Power Amplifier design
Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills with innovative design and debug
Preferred
Experience with GaN discrete modules and MMIC design
Experience with high efficiency and high peak to average ratio Power Amplifiers, including Doherty, LMBA, out-phasing and pulsed amplifier designs
Familiar with RF GaN device physics, including trapping and thermals, and transistor models
Understanding of PA thermal and packaging constraints
Experience with PCB prototype development, lab validation and debug
Design of pre-drivers, bias networks, control circuitry and digital predistortion
Prior tape out experience of RFIC designs on CMOS, SiGe or III-V
Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions and build strong, influential relationships
Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
Good listener and excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life
Company
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company that manufactures, designs, tests, and sells embedded and analog processing chips.
10001+ employees
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President and Chief Executive Officer
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Senior vice president and chief information officer
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