Sr. RFIC Design Engineer (Power Amplifer)

IndiRFTech.com; Bengaluru; In loco; INR 3.500.000 - 5.200.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

IndiRFTech.com in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced RFIC Design Engineer to develop high‑performance RFIC blocks for telecom and SATCOM. You will design power amplifiers, drivers, LNAs, VGAs, and bias circuits, optimize performance, and drive tape-outs through rigorous simulation and layout.

You will work across multidisciplinary teams, build Cadence Virtuoso and Keysight ADS test benches, perform RF layout and EM extraction, and document procedures while mentoring peers.

Competenze

• B.Tech./M.Tech with relevant RFIC design experience.
• Hands-on experience in designing RFIC blocks (PA, drivers, LNAs, VGAs).
• Tape-outs and lab characterization experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Independently design RFIC power amplifier blocks and other RF components.
• Conduct literature reviews and propose architectures to meet specs.
• Build simulation test benches and perform extensive simulations with Cadence Virtuoso and Keysight ADS.
• Execute RF layout and EM extraction to capture parasitics.
• Collaborate with and lead other designers; review work for quality.

Conoscenze

RFIC design

Power amplifiers

LNA design

Bias circuits

EM simulation

Formazione

B.Tech. in RF/EE with 5 years experience

M.Tech. in RF/EE with 3 years

Strumenti

Cadence Virtuoso

Keysight ADS

ADS Momentum

EMX

HFSS

Descrizione del lavoro

Role overview In this role, you as a RFIC Design Engineer will be responsible for developing high-performance RF integrated circuit blocks for telecom and SATCOM applications. This role also involves designing innovative RF architectures, optimizing performance, and ensuring successful tape-outs. The position requires strong technical expertise in RFIC design, simulation, and layout, along with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Independently design and develop RFIC power amplifier blocks and other RF components such as drivers, LNAs, VGAs, and bias circuits.
• Conduct literature reviews and propose innovative architectures to meet stringent design specifications.
• Optimize designs for maximum performance within technology constraints.
• Build simulation test benches and perform extensive simulations using Cadence Virtuoso and Keysight ADS.
• Execute RF layout and EM extraction to accurately capture parasitic effects.
• Document design procedures and maintain progress reports.
• Collaborate with and guide other designers, reviewing their work for quality and accuracy.
• Work with validation engineers to bring up chips in the lab and fine-tune settings to meet specifications.

Required Qualifications

• B.Tech. + 5 years or M.Tech. + 3 years of experience in RFIC design.
• Hands‑on experience designing RFIC blocks such as power amplifiers, drivers, LNAs, VGAs, and bias circuits.
• Proven track record of designing RFIC power amplifiers from scratch.
• Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, including Gain, NF, IIP3, OP1dB, ACPR, EVM, and PAE.
• Excellent grasp of DC operating point, frequency response, stability, noise, nonlinearity, efficiency, and load‑pull analysis.
• Proficiency in Keysight ADS and Cadence Virtuoso suite (Schematic, Maestro, ADEXL, Layout XL, Spectre/AMS).
• Experience in RFIC layout design and EM simulation using tools like ADS Momentum, EMX, HFSS.
• Successful experience with tape‑outs, test bench bring‑up, and lab characterization.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in SOI, HBT, or GaAs power amplifier design.
• Expertise in EM simulations using EMX, Keysight Momentum, and HFSS.
• Familiarity with SOI, GaAs, and GaN technologies.
• Knowledge of analog mixed‑signal blocks (BGR, op‑amps) and Verilog‑based RTL.
• Understanding of post‑silicon qualification procedures such as ESD and HTOL.

Behavioral competencies

• Ability to manage complex projects independently.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective collaboration and leadership in cross‑functional teams.
• Proactive approach to innovation and continuous improvement.