Staff RFIC Design Engineer

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 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: 78829

Description

We are looking for a Staff RFIC Design Engineer to join the Qorvo team in San Diego, CA. You will work in a highly co-operative environment to design highly-integrated microwave and millimeter-wave RFICs in state of the art technologies.

Responsibilities

You will be a part of an energetic, fast growing team with opportunities for to develop technical depth and product-level ownership as well as customer interaction and system definition. Successful members of our team are self-starters, highly curious, communicative, and have strong sense of accountability. We are very flexible with work arrangements.

Required Experience and Skills

Minimum Qualifications

MSEE/PhD with 5+ years of IC design experience

RF design experience in advanced silicon processes

Deep understanding of analog, RF and mmW design techniques including parasitic modeling and EM analysis

Solid understanding of front-end PA/LNA/switch circuits including impact of transition and package

Familiarity of RF/mmWave beamforming architectures and circuit blocks (ie. phase shifters, VGA)

Knowledge of verification methodologies including behavioral, analog, RF, AMS and basic Verilog/VerilogA

Design experience in analog or digital PLLs with block level expertise in PFD, Charge Pumps, Dividers, VCOs etc. is a plus

Experienced with LDO and power supply design for low noise is a plus

Knowledge of packaging technologies and their impact on circuit design and ability to perform EM analysis on packages is a plus

Desired Experience and Skills

Desired Skills:

Knowledgeable about foundry processes and ability to perform trade-studies to select appropriate processes for specific RFIC applications

Experienced in silicon characterization and debugging

Proven track record of design for first time success

Capable to mentor others in advanced circuit design and simulation techniques

Experience with Cadence, EMX or other electromagnetic simulators

Participates in defining design process improvements and implementation of such improvements

Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical information

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $108,700 - $226,800 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.