Skyworks Solutions, Inc. · 3 days ago
Principal RFIC Design Engineer
Thousand Oaks, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$129K/yr - $248K/yr
5+ years expSkyworks Solutions, Inc. is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors powering the wireless networking revolution. The Principal RFIC Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of Si/SOI RFICs for mobile handset applications, collaborating with experienced engineers and interfacing with system engineers to create specifications and resolve design issues.
AutomotiveManufacturingMobileSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Work with a group of experienced analog/RF IC design experts in development of cellular-band RFICs that have stand-alone or integrated LNA cores, RF switches, attenuators, controller, and various RF and analog functional blocks
Interface with system engineers and module design teams on the following:
Create detailed specifications
Define performance requirements
Execute on design and simulations activities
Report design progress
Collect, track, and resolve any performance and circuit design issues
Qualification
Required
BS + 12 years experience, MSEE + 8 years experience or PhD EE + 5 years experience
Transistor-level CMOS or SOI RFIC design knowledge
Good understanding on device physics
Ability to use advanced linear and nonlinear models or simulation techniques and be able to translate between the model, simulation, physical implementation, and the measured performance of devices and circuits
Optimize RFIC performance using RF and microwave engineering knowledge
Utilize simulation tools, analog, and RF circuit test characterization techniques and equipment
Good communication skills, be able to break down complex problems, set priorities, report progress, execute to a schedule, and have strong teamwork skills
Strong understanding in RF/microwave fundamentals such as impedance matching, passive RLC and resonant circuits, noise, linearity, circuit stability and Electromagnetic theory
Relevant experience in micro-strip/strip line stack up/laminate/multi-chip module (MCM), LNA, RF switch design or passive circuit design such as integrated passive device, coupler and balun
Strong circuit simulation skills utilizing Cadence Virtuoso design environment, Keysight ADS, 2.5/3D EM tools such as EMX/Momentum, HFSS/CST and ability to translate between the model, simulation, physical implementation, and measured performance
Strong lab skills in data collection/analysis, lab debug/tuning and product troubleshooting
Benefits
Access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option)
A 401(k) plan and company match
An employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave)
Participate in an incentive plan
Eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock
Company
Skyworks Solutions, Inc.
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. is empowering the wireless networking revolution.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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unknown1990-01-02IPO
Leadership Team
Kris Sennesael
Chief Financial Officer
Philip Carter
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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