RF Design Engineer | Kilby Labs

Texas Instruments; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 128,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Instruments Incorporated, via Kilby Labs in Dallas, seeks a senior engineer to lead RF, SerDes, and mm-wave IC design from concept to validation. You will architect, simulate, and guide IP layouts while defining characterization strategies and PCB development for high-performance RF systems.

The role requires hands-on RF design with EM modeling and a strong track record as a collaborative team player, partnering with Process, Packaging, BU teams, and university researchers to advance

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, ECE or related with 1+ years of experience.
• Alternatively, Master's degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Hands-on experience in RF, radio, radar or SerDes design.
• Understanding of RF design with small- and large-signal simulations and EM modeling.
• Proven track record as a strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of RF, SerDes and mm-wave ICs with project ownership from definition through validation.
• Architect, design, simulate, and guide the layout of RF and analog IPs.
• Define the characterization strategy and guide PCB development.
• Characterize the ICs for RF and system level performance using probed or packaged measurements.
• Competitive benchmarking and tracking latest research in RF, wireless, wireline, and mm-wave systems.
• Balancing innovation with execution – to ensure IPs are demonstrated in silicon in a timely manner.
• Working in close collaboration with Process, Packaging, BU partners and Kilby team members.
• Supporting the technology transfer and productization of the innovative IPs developed by the team.
• Industry champion/liaison of university research projects related to RF technologies.

Skills

RF design

mm-wave

SerDes

Analog IP design

PCB development

Education

Doctorate in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RF instrumentation

Job description

Change the world. Love your job.

Kilby Labs is looking for a qualified candidate to develop innovative circuits and systems for wireless, RF, and mm-wave technologies targeting industrial, automotive and comms applications. Kilby represents an advanced research and product development support organization within TI chartered to define and develop new and innovative IP in collaboration with business units and customers. Kilby engineers must have the ability to approach new and/or existing problems from a different perspective in a way that results in unique, leap-frog technologies. In addition, Kilby engineers are required to take on all aspects of a project depending on project needs. This can include system engineering work, project planning, design, post-silicon validation etc.

In this role, responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the design of RF, SerDes and mm-wave ICs with project ownership from definition through validation.

• Architect, design, simulate, and guide the layout of RF and analog IPs.

• Define the characterization strategy and guide PCB development

• Characterize the ICs for RF and system level performance using probed or packaged measurements.

• Competitive benchmarking and tracking latest research in the domain of RF, wireless, wireline, and mm-wave systems.

• Balancing innovation with execution – to ensure that the IPs are demonstrated in silicon in a timely manner.

• Working in close collaboration with Process, Packaging, BU partners and other Kilby team members.

• Supporting the technology transfer and productization of the innovative IPs developed by the team.

• Industry champion/liaison of university research projects related to RF technologies.

Why TI?

• The future starts here. As a TIer, you'll play a critical role in defining the next era of semiconductor technology and help create the innovations that shape the world around us.

• Surround yourself with a team of innovators who value your unique perspective and will challenge you to bring your best self to work every day. We believe that fostering a culture of collaboration fuels both personal growth and technological breakthroughs. Explore our company culture (https://careers.ti.com/en/sites/CX/pages/our-culture) .

• At TI, your success goes beyond your work. Take advantage of comprehensive benefits designed to support your total well-being at work and in life, from competitive compensation to extensive health coverage and wellness programs. Learn more about our benefits offerings (https://careers.ti.com/en/sites/CX/pages/benefits) .

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com .

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Minimum requirements:

• Doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering, ECE or related with 1+ years of experience

• Alternatively, Master's degree with 3+ years of experience.

• Hands-on experience in RF, radio, radar or SerDes design.

• Must have understanding of and experience with RF design, including small- and large-signal simulations and electromagnetic modeling.

• Proven track record as a strong team player.

Preferred qualifications:

• Expertise on clocking circuits including frequency synthesizers (PLLs) and clock distribution techniques for RF, SerDes or mm-wave applications.

• Experience with CMOS, SiGe HBT, and III-V technologies is preferred.

• Hands on experience in characterization and debug of RF circuits and systems including de-embedding methods, use of RF instrumentation.

• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery.

• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships.

• Good listener and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Base Range Info:

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. The base pay range for this role is shown below.

Base Range: $128,000 – $192,000

ECL/GTC Required: Yes