RFIC Design Engineer (New Graduate)

InnoPhase IoT; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

InnoPhase IoT in California is looking for an engineer to participate in the design and development of RF, analog, and mixed-signal circuits in CMOS technologies. Candidates should have an MSEE or PhD in Electrical Engineering, specialized knowledge in RFIC, and strong skills in circuit simulation using tools like Cadence and Matlab. Experience in wireless communications and strong communication skills are essential. Opportunities for various locations and remote work are available.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of RF CMOS fundamentals and design principles.
• Experience with circuit simulation and IC design tools.
• Knowledgeable in programming languages like Python and C++.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and development of RF and analog circuits.
• Support transistor-level design and simulation of RF blocks.
• Perform circuit simulations and analysis using Cadence and Matlab.
• Collaborate with digital and firmware teams on integration.

Skills

RFIC design

Analog circuit design

Mixed-signal circuit design

Circuit simulation tools

Problem-solving

Programming in Python

Programming in C++

Communication skills

Education

MSEE or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Matlab

Verilog-A

Job description

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and development of RF, analog, and mixed-signal circuits in advanced CMOS technologies
• Support transistor-level design and simulation of RF front-end and analog building blocks such as LNAs, PAs, mixers, amplifiers, oscillators, bias circuits, filters, and clocking circuits
• Perform circuit simulations, behavioral modeling, and performance analysis using Cadence, Matlab, and related tools
• Assist with EM simulation, passive component modeling, packaging effects, ESD considerations, and supply isolation analysis
• Collaborate with layout engineers and participate in post-layout verification and analysis
• Work with system engineers to understand product requirements and derive circuit-level specifications
• Support silicon bring-up, lab validation, characterization, debugging, and performance optimization using standard RF lab equipment
• Collaborate with digital, firmware, and test engineering teams on system integration and production test development
• Document design work and present technical results to the engineering team

Minimum Qualifications

• MSEE or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Specialization or research focus in RFIC, analog, mixed-signal IC design, wireless communications, or related areas
• Strong understanding of RF CMOS fundamentals and analog/mixed-signal circuit design principles
• Familiarity with RF front-end circuits such as LNAs, mixers, PAs, oscillators, filters, PLL/LO generation, amplifiers, or bias circuits
• Experience with circuit simulation and IC design tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre, EM simulators, Matlab, Verilog-A, or similar
• Understanding of IC layout concepts, verification flow, and post-layout analysis
• Knowledgeable in programming languages like Python and C++
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or research experience in wireless transceiver or RFIC development
• Exposure to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or other wireless communication systems
• Hands-on lab experience with RF measurement equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, or oscilloscopes
• Familiarity with RF system impairments and calibration techniques

Location

Various locations and remote positions available.