Principal Member of Technical Staff RF Design Engineering

GLOBALFOUNDRIES U.S. INC.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 167,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries is seeking a Principal Member of Technical Staff RF Design Engineering to drive RF front‑end block design using GF RF SOI tech. You will design switches, tuners and LNAs with associated digital/analog/control circuits for 5G and Wi‑Fi, perform schematic/layout and EM simulations, and verify with test plans.

You will interact with global customers and translate requirements into high‑impact reference designs.

Qualifications

• MS in electrical engineering or related field with minimum 8 years of relevant experience
• BS in electrical engineering or related field with minimum 11 years of relevant experience
• Prior experience in RFSOI technologies including tapeouts of relevant circuits
• Deep knowledge of standard CAD tools (Cadence, EMX, ADS) and tapeout procedures (corner analysis, DRC, LVS)
• Knowledge of communications system architecture and RF front‑end architecture for cellular and wifi products
• Experience engaging with large global customers and technology partners, presenting technical features and translating them into benefits
• Fluency in English (written & verbal) and strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RF switches, antenna tuners and LNAs and their related digital/analog/control blocks for 5G FR1/FR3 and Wi‑Fi applications
• Perform RF IC schematic design, layout, parasitic extraction, EM simulations and pre‑silicon verification
• Design for manufacturability, reliability, ruggedness and ESD performance
• Create test plans to characterize silicon performance and validate simulation vs measured data
• Develop design documentation and trade‑offs; communicate capabilities to customers and translate needs into reference designs
• Act as product evangelist, presenting GF technology through talks, webinars and events
• Create technical content to support marketing such as white papers and case studies

Skills

RF design

Schematic design

Customer engagement

Education

MS in electrical engineering

BS in electrical engineering

PhD in electrical engineering

Tools

Cadence

EMX

ADS

Job description

Principal Member of Technical Staff RF Design Engineering

About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role: We are seeking a highly skilled individual to join the RF Design Engineering team. In this role, you will join the team responsible for developing RF front‑end solutions that demonstrate the capabilities of GlobalFoundries RFSOI technologies. The position focuses on the design and enablement of core RF IC building blocks, including switches, antenna tuners, low noise amplifiers, and their associated digital, analog and control circuit blocks.

Essential responsibilities:

• Design and develop RF switches, antenna tuners and low noise amplifiers and their associated digital, analog and control circuit blocks for 5G FR1/FR3 cellular and Wi‑Fi applications using GlobalFoundries RFSOI technologies
• Perform RF IC schematic design, layout, parasitic extraction, electromagnetic simulations and pre‑silicon verification using standard industry software tools
• Design circuits to achieve high manufacturability yield, long term reliability, ruggedness and industry standard ESD performance
• Define and execute detailed characterization and validation test plans to assess silicon performance, establish and demonstrate good correlations between simulation results and measured data
• Develop clear and comprehensive design documentation, including architecture, simulations, and design trade‑offs
• Engage with key customers to communicate technology capabilities, understand their needs and design requirements and translate these into effective reference designs that showcase the strengths of the technology
• Act as a product evangelist, promoting our products through presentations, webinars and industry events clearly articulating GF’s value proposition.
• Create technical content such as white papers, case studies and technical presentations to support marketing efforts.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs

Travel Requirements: up to 10% of travel

Required Qualifications:

• M.S. degree in electrical engineering or related field with minimum 8 years of relevant experience
• B.S. degree in electrical engineering or related field with minimum 11 years of relevant experience
• Prior experience in RFSOI technologies including tapeouts of relevant circuits
• Deep knowledge and demonstrated experience in standard industry CAD tools (Cadence, EMX, ADS etc) and tapeout procedures (corner analysis, DRC and LVS checks etc)
• Knowledge of communications system architecture and RF front‑end architecture for cellular and wifi consumer products
• Experience in engaging with large global customers and technology partners, presenting technical features and translating them into benefits for the target application
• Fluency in English Language-written & verbal.
• Effective communication skills in written, verbal and presentation formats with the ability to engage internal and external senior level experts and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering or related field with minimum 7 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated production tapeouts of RFSOI switch, tuner or LNA circuits in high volume
• Deep domain expertise in RF front end architecture, specification definition and system design
• Project management skills – i.e. the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills

Expected Salary Range $167,000.00 - $275,000.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre‑employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Equal opportunity in the workplace

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law

We shape what's essential At GlobalFoundries you will find a vibrant work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Our diverse and global team shares a culture of respect and inclusivity, representing the best in the industry. We celebrate success together and are united by our dedication to excellence and our desire to improve and empower the world.