Senior mmWave RF Architect — Transceivers & IP Expert

Cadence; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence is seeking an Experienced Millimeter-Wave IC Designer to specialize in high-frequency transceivers and components for 5G/6G, aerospace radar, and automotive sensors. You will drive the full product lifecycle from concept to tape-out and lab validation, addressing parasitics, thermal management, and advanced EM modeling.

The candidate should have 10+ years in RF design, deep experience in PAs, LNAs, mixers, VCOs, RF PLLs, and phase noise control, with hands-on use of Cadence Virtuoso,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of RF/mmWave IC design experience.
• Experience with high-frequency transceivers and components for 30 GHz+ applications.
• Strong background in parasitic extraction and high-frequency EM modeling.

Responsibilities

• Drive full product lifecycle from concept to tape-out and lab validation.
• Tackle parasitic extraction, thermal management, and high-frequency EM modeling.
• Engage with customers and translate requirements into robust designs.

Skills

PA design

LNA design

RF mixer design

VCO design

RF PLL design

Phase noise control

Customer engagement

Education

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

EMX

Clarity

Pegasus

VSS

Job description

Cadence is seeking an Experienced Millimeter-Wave IC Designer to specialize in high-frequency transceivers and components for 5G/6G, aerospace radar, and automotive sensors. You will drive the full product lifecycle from concept to tape-out and lab validation, addressing parasitics, thermal management, and advanced EM modeling.

The candidate should have 10+ years in RF design, deep experience in PAs, LNAs, mixers, VCOs, RF PLLs, and phase noise control, with hands-on use of Cadence Virtuoso,