Principal RF Application Engineer

2300 Analog Devices Turkey Mikroelektronik Tasarım ve Gelistirme Limited Sirketi; Dilovası; On-site; TRY 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Istanbul, Turkey is seeking a Principal Application Engineer to lead antenna design and phased-array system integration for RF products.

You will drive schematic and PCB layout for demo boards, develop reference designs, evaluate products with bench equipment, and mentor teams while coordinating with global design groups to accelerate customer success.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering; masters/PhD preferred.
• Experience in antenna design and phased arrays.
• 10+ years in product applications engineering or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of system-level design and simulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop antennas and phased-array systems for RF applications.
• Create schematics, PCB layouts, and reference designs for customers.
• Lead development of application tools, reference boards, and software.
• Support customer visits and provide technical expertise.
• Analyze competitor products and provide strategic insights.

Skills

Antenna design

Phased-array systems

EM simulation

System integration

Written communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Masters or PhD preferred

Tools

EM simulation tools

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Analog Devices is looking for an intelligent and versatile Application Engineer to join our RF Semiconductor team, based in Istanbul, Turkey, who will be responsible for our phase-array design and system integration. The position involves working with highly-motivated product development and design teams globally.

As a Principal Application Engineer , you will perform a full range of product development activities including, but not limited to:

• Design and development of antennas
• Design and development of phased array system based on silicon components
• Schematic and PCB layout for demo boards, reference designs for customers, also including generation of User Guide.
• Evaluation of products and application scenarios using bench equipment.
• Develop and apply comprehensive system-level understanding to optimize product integration in complex customer environments and influence future product development.
• Lead the creation of sophisticated application tools, reference boards, and software that demonstrate product capabilities and solve complex integration challenges.
• Participation in customer visits to assist sales staff in assessing potential application of products to meet customer needs.
• Lead in-depth analysis of competitor products, create detailed comparison methodologies, and provide strategic insights to maintain ADI's competitive advantage.
• Create and deliver advanced technical documentation and training to share expertise throughout the organization and customer base.

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Masters or PhD preferred
• Experience in antenna design and phased-arrays
• Typically 10+ years of relevant experience in product applications engineering, customer technical support, or related roles
• Less experience may be acceptable with relevant Master's or Doctorate qualifications
• Knowledge in EM simulation tools and principles
• Knowledge in system line-up & budget simulations
• Motivated, results oriented and organized engineer with good writing, presentation and overall communication skills
• Willingness and ability to learn something new quickly
• Comfortable taking calculated risks
• Innately curious with a desire to understand the business model, operations, financial structure for the organization
• Has a bias for action and works in collaboration with others to deliver results
• High tolerance for ambiguity

Why You'll Love Working Here

We offer a supportive environment focused on professional growth, competitive compensation and benefits, work-life balance, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact on the world. Your expertise will shape the future of technology, and you'll be supported by a culture that values continuous advancement and professional growth. Join us and help create the technologies that bridge the physical and digital worlds, making a tangible difference in how people live, work, and connect.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position - except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) - may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: Variable

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X. Come join ADI - a place where Innovation meets Impact. For more than 55 years, Analog Devices has been inventing new breakthrough technologies that transform lives. At ADI you will work alongside the brightest minds to collaborate on solving complex problems that matter from autonomous vehicles, drones and factories to augmented reality and remote healthcare. ADI fosters a culture that focuses on employees through beneficial programs, aligned goals, continuous learning opportunities, and practices that create a more sustainable future.