RF Engineer

Job Title

· RF/Analog IC Design Engineer (1)

· RF PLL Design Engineer (1)

Job Responsibilities

· Design low-power and low-voltage RF and Analog circuits using advanced deep-submicron CMOS technologies.

· Research in advanced wireless techniques for highly integrated RFICs.

· Floorplan and work with layout designers to implement circuit design with best-practice layout techniques.

· Define bench-level test plans and validating, characterizing, and debugging designs through mass production.

· Perform design verification and production support tasks.

· Work closely with digital and software developers to develop an implementation that meets system requirements.

Key Qualifications

· Hands-on experience in designing various RF/Analog integrated circuits, such as LNA, Mixer, RF VGAs, PA, VCO, PLL, Regulators, ADC/DAC, etc., in deep sub-micron CMOS technologies.

· Ability to comprehend RF transceiver system level requirements and translate into circuit level specifications. Excellent problem solving and analytical skills are essential.

· Strong knowledge on IC design CAD tools such as Spectre, SpectreRF, Spice, Matlab, and/or ADS.

· A thorough understanding of the physical layout requirement and ability to perform the critical layouts.

· Lab testing skills to evaluate the prototype unit to the design specification.

· Motivated to carry out a wide variety of tasks with clear communication and presentation skills in a dynamic team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

· Design analog PLLs, PFD, Charge-Pump, Loop Filter, VCO, MMD, LO generation, Dividers, XTAL, and etc.

· Design All Digital PLLs, TDC, DTC, Digital Loop Filter, DCO, MMD, digital calibration and noise / spur cancellation.

· Design active-RC filter with DC offset cancellation

Education & Experience

· MSEE degree and industry experience or PhD degree required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lake Forest, CA 92630: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person