RF Module Design Engineer, Senior
Core
Design and develop RF passive components (inductors, transformers, capacitors, filters) for next-generation RF integrated circuits in 28nm and 14nm CMOS/SOI technologies.
Role type
Senior IC RF Module Design Engineer
Builds
Compact models and DRC clean physical designs for RF passive components and modules
Domain
Wireless communications (3G/4G/5G), RFIC design, Electromagnetics
Required skills
EM simulation (MoM solvers, HFSS), RF passive component design, RF module design, Circuit design and layout (Cadence, ADS), Compact model extraction, Electromagnetic theory, Microwave theory, Antenna design, SI/PI analysis, Chip fabrication process knowledge
Preferred skills
Python, Matlab, SKILL programming, Power Amplifier (PA) and Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) matching, Patch antenna design, Power Distribution Network (PDN) analysis, RF transmission line layout
Technologies
Ansys Suite (HFSS, Q3D, SiWave, Layout), Lorentz, Helic, EMX, Cadence Virtuoso, Allegro, Expedition
Responsibilities
Design and develop RF passive components for highly integrated RF ICs; Optimize component sizes and performance for RF circuit blocks; Execute isolation analysis to reduce on-chip and chip-to-package coupling; Optimize multichip carriers for RF systems; Participate in RF package, module, and PCB level design and modeling
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC