Principal RFIC Design Engineer

Skyworks Solutions, Inc
parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, California, Irvine
5260 California Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 13, 2024
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:73643 Job Description Skyworks Irvine, our Corporate Headquarters is home to industry leading R&D and Product Development teams in the beautiful beach and university adjacent city of Irvine, California. Irvine and the surrounding areas of Orange County offer an active and vibrant, multi-cultural lifestyle for new grads or established families alike, with the best public schools and one of the safest neighborhoods in the country. With the legendary Southern California weather and a modern growing city around us, Skyworks Irvine is in one of the most desirable locations. When you join the team in Irvine you will become a part of our uniquely collaborative, multi-disciplinary and open Engineering Community and work in tandem with all of the other engineering and support teams. From day 1, your success is our priority, and you'll be paired with an experienced mentor to help support you as you become an integral part of our broad and diverse team. You will also have the opportunity to work on different aspects of the design and product development through our job rotation program.Come join our highly successful and rapidly growing team of RF engineers and develop industry-leading products while advancing your career at the same time! We are looking for a highly motivated IC Design Engineer to contribute to Diversity Receive (DRX) designs. You will work with other analog/RFIC and module designers for simulation and making measurement of IC. This person will be responsible for developing LNA and RF Switches for RF front end applications. As an RFIC Engineer you will be responsible for the analysis, design, simulation and development of RF LNA and SW IPs for next generation mobile devices using SOI, SiGe and other technologies. The Candidate will be expected to innovate and work in a fast-paced market to help to define and realize products. Candidate will be often expected to lead chips. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree with 12 yrs. of RFIC Design Experience University level course work in Microwaves and RFIC design including LNA, PA, switches, filters, matching networks and T lines Strong communication and presentation skills (written and verbal) and the ability to work effectively with other members of the product development team Deep understanding of RF and microwave theories and concepts, such as S-parameters, transmission lines, couplers, distributed systems, passive RLC and resonance, noise, linearity, stability Deep understanding of device physics, modelling and process technologies Proficient using RF design tools such as Cadence ADE, Keysight ADS, EMX, ADS Momentum, HFSS, etc Understanding and insight into packaging and modeling A self starter with a chip lead experience Preferred Qualifications Master's degree plus 8yrs. or PhD plus 5yrs. in RFIC design including 2-3 yrs. chip lead experience Experience with 10 SOI/SiGe tape outs from concept to production Familiarity with RF communication systems and transceiver architectures Hands on lab measurement experience Understanding or experience in Analog design of regulators, bandgap, charge pumps, digital logic design 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.