Sr Principal Design Engineer (10682)

Veterans Preference We are looking for a Sr. Principal Design Engineer with a background in RF design, communication skills, and drive to produce best in class products. The engineer will be responsible for leading the design and development of next generation RF switch and/or LNA products for mobile handset applications. The candidate will be supported by an established team representing program management, applications, layout, characterization, reliability, quality, and logistics. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Perform detailed, transistor-level RFIC Design and product development of RF switches and/or LNA for cellular applications, potentially using SOI, GaAs, or technology - Support the design of analog blocks as needed (charge pump, LDOs, level shifters, bandgaps, etc.) - Manage and present design trade-offs including performance, size, cost and time to market - Expert use of RF measurement equipment with the ability to troubleshoot measurement issues - Present design work during peer reviews including expected and/or actual results - Provide regular progress update to development team - Develop and execute project schedules and bring products to market on time - Contribute to cross functional continuous improvement efforts QUALIFICATIONS: - BSEE degree required; MSEE preferred - 10+ years of experience in switch, LNA and/or RFIC design - Track record designing with Cadence including layout with a background in various linear and nonlinear simulation techniques and simulators - Extensive experience mitigating parasitic effects from package or PCB relying on EM simulation including proficient use of HFSS, ADS FEM, or similar - Background with RF measurements and characterization including S-parameter, noise figure, harmonics, intermodulation distortion - Experience in standard RF design techniques, debugging analog/RF/mixed signal noise issues, and RF coupling - Working knowledge of device physics, especially tradeoffs applying to switch and LNA designs - Written and spoken communication skills - Ability to work independently or in a team - Knowledge of RF PA design and other large signal circuit design is considered a plus - Candidates with release of production switches or LNA for mobile applications would be highly considered - Employer conductsBackground Checks We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex (as defined by law), national origin, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.