Principal RF Design Engineer - Austin, TX | Nashua, NH

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Date: Oct 29, 2024

Location: Austin, TX, US

Company: Skyworks

 

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

 

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 74451 

Job Description

Description 

Seeking an experienced Principal RF Design Engineer for developing complex mixed-signal ICs for RF and automotive applications. The position requires a strong analog mixed-signal design background including a strong understanding of RF architectures and concepts. 
 
Responsibilities

  •        Architects, designs and verifies circuits, logic, systems, algorithms, etc. to meet product requirements
  •        Determine design approaches and parameters
  •        Develops innovative new designs for patenting or protecting as trade secret
  •        Demonstrates good judgment in solving a broad range of issues, based on an advanced understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures
  •        Responsible for custom layout, including overseeing the work of layout designers
  •        Reports on design results through design reviews, in accordance with company quality requirements and resolves action items generated as a result of these reviews
  •        Attends design reviews to provide input and learn from other designers' experiences
  •        Research design techniques through technical publications and seminars
  •        Supports marketing in product definition
  •        Having a wide-ranging experience uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective way
  •        Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate the activities of other personnel

Qualifications

 Education Requirements 

    BSEE +10 years of experience, or MSEE +8 years of experience or PhD in EE +5 years of experience  
    RF experience preferred

 Minimum Requirements 

       Previous direct design experience in RF and Analog/Mixed-signal circuits in DSM processes
       Knowledge of CMOS fabrication processes, transistors and parasitics
       Knowledge of RF building blocks eg: LNA, Mixer, PGA, ADC, DAC, VCO, PLL, Voltage/Current references
       Knowledge of RF system design eg: noise figure, IP2, IP3, AGC, filtering, frequency conversion, feedback systems
       Knowledge in signals, systems, transforms, noise analysis
       Understanding of layout tradeoffs for performance and size
       Knowledge of circuit simulation tools, Matlab, and UNIX
       Proficiency in layout verification, DRC, LVS
 
Additional skills (one or more of these are highly desirable)

       Knowledge of digital design flows
       Laboratory measurement skills
       Familiarity with quality systems documentation and procedures
       Excellent written and verbal skills


Position available in Austin, TX or Nashua, NH

 

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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $126,500 - $241,700 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include 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), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance. 

 

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.


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