mmWave/RF IC Design Engineer

SkyGig; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyGig is seeking a motivated mmWave/RFIC Design Engineer to join their innovative team in Campbell, CA. You will be responsible for the research, development, and implementation of advanced beamforming technology. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in RF and mmWave technologies, with hands-on experience in IC design and testing. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and unparalleled opportunities for growth in a dynamic startup environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company outings & team retreats

Opportunities for growth and project ownership

Qualifications

• Strong background in RF and mmWave state-of-the-art technologies.
• Proven tape-out experience in design and implementation of mmWave transceiver blocks.
• Experience in writing scripts for simulation and test models.

Responsibilities

• Design transceiver blocks for mmWave systems and beamforming architectures.
• Translate product and system requirements into detailed radio and IC block level specifications.
• Perform testing and characterization of prototypes in a lab environment.

Skills

RF and mmWave technologies

IC design tools

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree with 3+ years experience

Tools

Cadence

ADS

HFSS

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Access to seamless broadband connectivity for everyone and everything around the world is an urgent challenge, and advanced wireless technologies play an essential role. SkyGig has developed an innovative beamforming technology to make wireless broadband communication scalable and cost-effective. Join us and work alongside a team of bright engineers and researchers to build the future of connectivity.

About SkyGig

At SkyGig we are developing a new class of beamforming wireless communication systems that will lead the way in the future of connectivity. Our groundbreaking technology is designed to unlock the true capacity of telecommunication and satellite connectivity, forming the foundations of a connected world. Our mission is to democratize access to seamless broadband connectivity for everyone and everything around the world and we are doing so by delivering orders of magnitude improvements in coverage, efficiency, and cost in our beamforming technology.

We are looking for motivated problem solvers with a passion for solving technical challenges at the boundary between scientific innovation and productization. Join our collaborative, innovative team to transform the future of wireless connectivity!

Responsibilities

As our mmWave/RFIC Design Engineer, you will be responsible for research, development, and implementation of SkyGig's innovative beamforming front-end technology. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Design transceiver blocks for mmWave systems and beamforming architectures
• Translate product and system requirements into detailed radio and IC block level specifications
• Design assistance in schematic and layout of mmWave and RF front-end building blocks such as LNA, PA, Mixer, VCO, Switches, etc
• Perform testing and characterization of prototypes in a lab environment
• Work across a cross-functional collaborative team of bright engineers and scientists
• Prepare technical documents and reports and participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions
  
  

This is a short-term, full-time (40 hours/week), in-person position based in the Bay Area, CA, with an initial duration of 3 months and potential for extension.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical competency and experience to own the project, from the design concept phase to prototyping, testing, and system-level integration. They will also need to have the desire to adapt and grow in our vibrant fast-growing startup culture.

Requirements

• Possesses or is pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering or Master's degree with 3+ years of mmWave/RFIC experience
• Strong background in RF and mmWave state-of-the-art CMOS, SOI, or SiGe technologies
• Proficient in mmWave IC design tools such as Cadence, ADS, and HFSS
• Deep understanding of system specifications and capable of translating system requirements into circuit requirements at IC level
• Great knowledge of various RF transceiver architectures
• Proven tape-out experience in design and implementation of mmWave transceiver blocks
• Hands-on experience with mmWave transceiver test methods and familiar with RF test equipment
• Experience in writing scripts for simulation and test models (using MATLAB or other programming languages)
• Comfortable working and solving problems independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English and comfortable explaining technical concepts to the rest of the team
  
  
  

Preferred

• Familiar with digital communication systems and modulation types such as QPSK, APSK and QAM, and their impact on performance
• Knowledge of electromagnetics and phased array antenna concepts and their impact on mmWave IC performance
  
  
  

Benefits

• Work onsite at SkyGig Bay Area, CA location for a minimum duration of 12 week
• Competitive salary
• Company outings & team retreats
• A team of collaborative, passionate, and courageous people committed to developing disruptive products for the wireless communication industry
• Unparalleled opportunities for growth, leadership, and project ownership in a dynamic startup company

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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