RF Hardware Engineer

Broadcom; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401K matching

ESPP

EAP

Holidays

Job summary

Broadcom is seeking an experienced RF engineer to collaborate with design, integration, test and qualification teams in San Jose, CA. You will develop RF characterization setups, automate testing, and support the design and synthesis of FBAR-based RF filters and SAW devices for high‑power and low‑noise performance.

Expect 3D EM co-simulations, yield analysis, and analytical feedback across global teams. Requirements include a Master’s or PhD with 6+ years in RF front‑end modules, strong modeling

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Engineering with 6+ years of related RF front-end experience.
• Expertise in RF/EM engineering and semiconductor physics.
• Proficiency with RF modeling tools such as ADS, HFSS, Cadence and Allegro SiP.
• Experience with finite element modeling: piezoelectric, acoustics, thermo-mechanical, RF domains.

Responsibilities

• Develop RF characterization setups and automation tools for switches, resonators, filters and front-end modules.
• Design and synthesis of RF filters using FBAR technologies; model high‑Q resonators.
• Perform 3D EM co-simulation and yield/tolerance analysis for high-volume manufacturing.
• Generate reports and provide feedback to design, quality and processing teams.

Skills

RF front-end modules

Filters

Switches

Semiconductor devices

RF/EM engineering

Python

MATLAB

Test instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Education

Master's or PhD in Engineering

Tools

ADS

HFSS

Cadence

Allegro SiP

Job description

Job Description:

The successful candidate will work closely with the design, integration, test and qualification engineers to develop cutting edge technologies for high performance RF Switches and Filters used in wireless front-end modules. We are seeking expertise in supporting engineering activities related to development of test setups, design, modeling and characterization of SOI and FBAR/SAW devices. Your daily responsibilities include development of new RF characterization setups and automation tools to evaluate RF switches, resonators, filters and front-end modules for high-power, nonlinear, and noise performance characterization. As part of this role, you will be involved in the design and synthesis of RF filters using acoustic FBAR technologies. Your responsibilities will include developing models for high-Q resonators for various design environments, physical die layout, and module PCB design. Additionally, you will perform 3D EM co-simulation as well as yield and tolerance analysis to ensure design robustness for high-volume manufacturing. As a highly skilled RF engineer, you will be participating in R&D activities to implement characterization and qualification plans, reviewing test results, generating reports, and providing feedback to our global design, quality and processing teams. You’ll consistently work on complex assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues.

Required Skills:

• Master’s or PhD in Engineering with 6+ years of related experience in RF front end module building blocks, filters, switches, and semiconductor devices, PhD degree is preferred.
• In-depth proficiency in RF/EM engineering and semiconductor physics.
• Expertise with RF modeling tools such as ADS, HFSS, Cadence and Allegro SiP.
• Experience with finite element modeling: piezoelectric, acoustics, thermo-mechanical, and RF domains.
• Filter, switch, PCB, die layout design and modeling experience is desired.
• Strong understanding of small-signal linear, nonlinear, harmonics, intermodulation, high-power RF, and noise measurement concepts.
• Knowledge and hands on experience with RF test equipment: spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, function generators, power meters, DC supplies, oscilloscope, multi-meters, load-pull systems, and probe stations, working with RF components such as couplers, filters, duplexers, amplifiers, and isolators.
• Programming skills using Python, MATLAB is required.
• Test and instrumentation automation experience is desired.
• Proficiency in trouble shooting of test bench and RF equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills, accountability, ownership, and team-oriented attitude.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 121,900.00 To USD 195,000.00

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• 401(K) participation including company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• company paid holidays
• paid sick leave and vacation time
• Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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