RFIC Power Amplifier Design Engineer

Job Title: RFIC Power Amplifier Design Engineer

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries make possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Introduction:

GlobalFoundries is looking for highly motivated Engineer in RF circuit design to work in the Reference design team based in Bangalore. The successful candidate will work with 100% quality and minimal cycle time in mind. This role requires working closely with the internal design, layout teams, technology, test and product engineering teams. The roles and responsibilities will include the design, simulation and verification of RF PA design in GaN technology.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Sound foundation in RF circuit design in PA and other circuit building blocks in III-V technologies GaAs/GAN (GaN preferable)
• Support hardware bring-up and characterization
• Participate in implementation & design/layout reviews
• Contribute with innovative ideas for addressing design problems

Required Qualifications:  

• MTech with 4-6 years’ experience or PhDs with 0-4 years’ experience from top tier institutes
• Applicant should have proficient knowledge of RF circuit design and experience with EDA (Cadence, ADS) and EM simulators like CST, HFSS and EMX
• Experience in layout and parasitic extraction
• Circuit design, Reliability analysis, Statistical analysis of circuits, Thermal and packaging aspects
• Must have good technical verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with cross functional teams
• Be able to collaborate with technical design leads on multiple concurrent projects

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Good knowledge of GaN process technology and challenges with traps and pulsing techniques
• Understanding and experience of designing other RF circuit building blocks like LNA, PA, RF switches and SPSTs is a plus
• Good publication record and patents
• Dedication and the ability to work within a very dynamic interdisciplinary environment
• Ability to communicate as well as work efficiently in an international multi-disciplinary environment.
• Exceptional spoken and written Proficiency in English 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.