RF/Analog IC Layout Engineer (m/f/d)

Apple; Linz; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple is seeking an experienced RF/Analog Layout Engineer to contribute to cellular RF transceiver designs. You will floor-plan in collaboration with RF IC design and system teams, layout RF/analog/digital blocks down to transistor level, and drive top-level layout verification and integration.

The role requires 3+ years in RF layout, strong CALIBRE/Cadence experience, and fluency in English. Collaboration with packaging teams and international colleagues is essential for project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Proficient in interpreting CALIBRE DRC, LVS, ANTENNA-DRC, etc.
• Knowledge of CADENCE layout tools.
• English language fluency is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Floor-planning in collaboration with RF IC design and the RF system team.
• Layout RF, analog, and digital blocks for RF ICs down to the transistor level.
• Block-level and top-level layout through full verification flow.
• Top-level layout integration, verification, and schedule management.
• Work with packaging experts to simulate RF de-sense and coupling mechanisms.
• Layout reviews for routing, signal path, IQ matching, and coupling.

Skills

English fluency

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CADENCE layout tools

CALIBRE DRC/LVS

Job description

Summary

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Smart people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norms here. Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Are you ready to be part of a team redefining cellular wireless technology? Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product. In this role, you will be a key member of our team working on the RF/Analog layout of integrated cellular RF transceivers in innovative RF CMOS technologies.

Description

Floor-planning in collaboration with RF IC design and the RF system team. The layout of RF, analog, and digital blocks for RF ICs down to the transistor level. Block-level and top-level layout through full verification flow. Top-level layout integration, verification, and schedule management. Work with packaging experts to simulate RF de-sense and coupling mechanisms. Layout reviews for routing, signal path, IQ matching, and coupling.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, and a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry work experience.

Good proficiency in the interpretation of CALIBRE DRC, LVS, ANTENNA-DRC, etc.

Knowledge of CADENCE layout tools.

English language fluency is required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of custom RF/analog layout experience with extensive knowledge of deep sub-micron CMOS and FinFET technologies.

Knowledge of layout techniques for device matching, parasitics reduction, RF shielding, and efficient high-frequency routing.

Proven understanding of RF building blocks such as LNAs, mixers, VCOs, DCOs, PAs, etc.

Good understanding of RC delay, electro‑migration, and coupling effects.

High-level proficiency in the interpretation of CALIBRE DRC, LVS, ANTENNA-DRC, etc.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multi-functional teams.

Experience in working with international teams.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.

We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.