Apple · 1 day ago
RFIC Layout Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$135K/yr - $246K/yr
3+ years expApple is a leading technology company known for its innovative products and commitment to excellence. They are seeking an RFIC Layout Engineer to advance RF analog circuit integration and improve layout methodologies for wireless transceivers. The role involves detailed custom block layout, collaboration with design teams, and addressing verification challenges to enhance product performance.
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Responsibilities
Perform floorplanning, placement, routing, and verification for custom RF circuit blocks
Verify and refine layouts through simulation to meet design requirements
Diagnose sophisticated verification (DRC/LVS) and PDK issues using Cadence and Calibre
Identify challenges and propose solutions to streamline layout tasks
Collaborate with teams to specify and finalize layout methodologies
Qualification
Required
BS with 3+ years of industry experience
Deep knowledge of sub-micron CMOS technologies (16nm, 7nm, and beyond) and proficiency with FinFET structures, guard-rings, deep N-wells, and PN junctions are required
Familiarity with sophisticated process effects such as LOD, WPE, and DFM is critical
Understanding trade-offs involving matching, parasitic effects, high-frequency routing, isolation, coupling, shielding, RC delay, EM, IR, ESD, and latch-up is vital
Preferred
Experience in sophisticated DRC, ERC, LVS verification, and debugging
Prior experience in crafting custom layouts at the chip, block, and device levels, particularly for RF high-frequency circuits such as LNAs, mixers, VCOs, and PLLs is a plus
RF experience is helpful
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
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