Senior Principal RF/Microwave Amplifier MMIC Design Engineer

Analog Devices; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental coverage

401k

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick time

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. is seeking a Product Engineer to advance RF/microwave designs for communications, measurement, and aerospace applications in Chelmsford, MA. You will join a team of leading RF professionals to develop high-performance MMICs and modules.

The role emphasizes GaAs/GaN device physics, EM simulation, and hands-on testing, with collaboration across multi-disciplinary groups and regular design reviews. US citizenship or green card is required for access to technical data.

Qualifications

• MSEE/PhD in EE with 10+ years of RF/microwave experience.
• US citizen or green card holder.
• Proficiency with Cadence, ADS, AWR, HFSS, Sonnet, Momentum, RFPro.
• Knowledge of GaAs/GaN device physics and modeling.
• PA linearization and efficiency experience is a plus.
• Microwave/millimeter-wave circuit/system design.
• RF/microwave test equipment and measurement techniques.
• Excellent teamwork and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop RF/microwave designs for Communications, Test & Measurement, Industrial, and Aerospace/Defense.
• Collaborate with RF engineers to optimize performance and reliability.
• Mentor teammates and contribute to design reviews.

Skills

RF/microwave engineering

MMIC design

Thermal analysis

Electromagnetic simulation

Measurement techniques

Teamwork & communication

Education

MSEE/PhD in EE

Tools

Cadence

ADS

AWR

HFSS

Sonnet

Momentum

RFPro

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Come join Analog Devices – a place where Innovation meets Impact. For the past 50 years, Analog Devices has been inventing innovative technologies that transform lives. Get hands‑on experience working with the brightest minds to solve complex problems that matter - from autonomous vehicles, drones and factories to augmented reality to remote healthcare. Enjoy a culture that values aligned goals, balanced work‑life priorities, continuous learning throughout your career and shared rewards. At ADI, we invest in you and succeed together because we believe that happy, healthy, intellectually challenged people drive our growth and market leadership.

Analog Devices is seeking to hire a product engineer to support the development of RF/microwave designs to be used in Communications, Test & Measurement Instrumentation, Industrial, and Aerospace and Defense. This exciting role will offer the opportunity to work with and learn from some of our top industry leading RF and microwave professionals.

Qualifications

Experience with GaAs and/or GaN semiconductor technologies, MMIC design and layout, electro‑magnetic simulation, thermal analysis and industry standard EDA tools like ADS and Momentum/RFPro/Sonnet.

• MSEE/PhD degree in EE with background in RF/microwave engineering, with a minimum of 10+ years of experience. Ph.D. in relevant areas could be counted towards industry experience depending on the thesis.
• Must be a US citizen or green card holder
• Proficiency with EDA tools: Cadence, ADS, AWR, Ansys HFSS, Sonnet, Momentum, RFPro etc.
• Knowledge of GaAs and/or GaN device physics and modeling
• Knowledge of PA linearization and efficiency enhancement is a plus
• Microwave/millimeter‑wave circuit/system design experience
• Proficiency with RF/microwave test equipment and measurement techniques, e.g. spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, power meters, etc.
• Must have excellent teamwork and communications skills

Remote opportunities may be possible for the right person

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

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Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $157,080 to $227,460.

• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance‑based bonus which is based on personal and company factors
• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.
• Benefits for the position includes 10 paid holidays per year, paid vacation starting at 136 hours per year for full-time employees (prorated for part-time employees), and paid sick time that exceeds the requirements of the Washington State Sick Leave law.