RF IC Design and System Simulation Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(K) participation including company

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company paid holidays

Paid sick leave and vacation time

Paid Family Leave

Job summary

Broadcom is seeking a senior RF/Analog engineer to advance System Level Simulation and Tx Full Chain Verification for RF Front-End Modules (FEM). You will integrate Power Amplifiers, Switches, Filters and PCB, building robust methodologies to predict system performance and automate workflows.

The role requires deep experience in RF power amplifier design, RF front-end architectures, and hands-on lab verification, with strong skills in AI coding tools and simulation suites.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Engineering with emphasis on RF power amplifier or RFIC design.
• Minimum of 6+ years of related experience.
• Solid understanding of transceiver architectures and RF front-end chains (PA, LNA, Switch, Filters).
• Proficient in AI coding agents to maximize development efficiency.
• Strong problem-solving skills to debug root causes and correlate simulations with lab measurements.
• Expertise in ADS, Cadence Virtuoso, Dynamic Link, Golden Gate, and HFSS.
• Hands-on circuit design experience (PA, Switch, or Filter) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work on System Level Simulation and Tx Full Chain Verification for RF FEM.
• Develop simulation methodologies to predict system performance and automate workflows.
• Integrate Power Amplifiers, Switches, Filters and PCB for holistic performance.

Skills

RF Power Amplifier

RFIC circuit design

Transceiver architectures

System-level simulation

AI coding agents

Lab measurements correlation

Problem solving

Education

MS degree or PhD in Engineering with a focus on RF power amplifier or related RFIC circuit design

Tools

ADS

Cadence Virtuoso

Dynamic Link

Golden Gate

HFSS

Job description

Job Description

The candidate will work on the System Level Simulation and Tx Full Chain Verification for RF Front-End Modules ("FEM"). This role focuses on the holistic performance of the entire Tx lineup, integrating Power Amplifiers (PA), Switches, Filters and PCB. You will build simulation methodologies to predict system performance and automate workflows.

Job Requirements

• MS degree or PhD in Engineering with a strong focus on RF power amplifier or related RFIC circuit design.
• Minimum of 6+ years of related experience
• Solid understanding of Transceiver architectures and complete RF front-end chains (PA, LNA, Switch, Filters).
• Proficient in AI coding agents ("e.g., Claude Code") to maximize development efficiency.
• Strong problem-solving skills to debug root causes of system issues and correlate simulation results with lab measurements.
• Expertise in simulation tools: ADS, Cadence Virtuoso, Dynamic Link, Golden Gate, and HFSS.
• Hands-on circuit design experience (PA, Switch, or Filter) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications (Plus)

• Hands-on circuit design experience in RF Power Amplifiers is a strong plus.
• Experience with EM simulation tools (HFSS) and thermal analysis.
• Proficient with AI-driven development tools such as Claude Code and Cursor.

Compensation And Benefits

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

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package:

• 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
• The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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