RF Hardware Engineer
San Jose, CA - USA
Job Summary
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Job Description:
The successful candidate will work closely with the design integration test and qualification engineers to develop cutting edge technologies for high performance RF Switches and Filters used in wireless front-end modules. We are seeking expertise in supporting engineering activities related to development of test setups design modeling and characterization of SOI and FBAR/SAW devices. Your daily responsibilities include development of new RF characterization setups and automation tools to evaluate RF switches resonators filters and front-end modules for high-power nonlinear and noise performance characterization. As part of this role you will be involved in the design and synthesis of RF filters using acoustic FBAR technologies. Your responsibilities will include developing models for high-Q resonators for various design environments physical die layout and module PCB design. Additionally you will perform 3D EM co-simulation as well as yield and tolerance analysis to ensure design robustness for high-volume manufacturing. As a highly skilled RF engineer you will be participating in R&D activities to implement characterization and qualification plans reviewing test results generating reports and providing feedback to our global design quality and processing teams. Youll consistently work on complex assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues.
Required Skills:
Masters or PhD in Engineering with 6 years of related experience in RF front end module building blocks filters switches and semiconductor devices PhD degree is preferred.
In-depth proficiency in RF/EM engineering and semiconductor physics.
Expertise with RF modeling tools such as ADS HFSS Cadence and Allegro SiP.
Experience with finite element modeling: piezoelectric acoustics thermo-mechanical and RF domains.
Filter switch PCB die layout design and modeling experience is desired.
Strong understanding of small-signal linear nonlinear harmonics intermodulation high-power RF and noise measurement concepts.
Knowledge and hands on experience with RF test equipment: spectrum analyzers network analyzers signal generators function generators power meters DC supplies oscilloscope multi-meters load-pull systems and probe stations working with RF components such as couplers filters duplexers amplifiers and isolators.
Programming skills using Python MATLAB is required.
Test and instrumentation automation experience is desired.
Proficiency in trouble shooting of test bench and RF equipment.
Excellent organizational skills accountability ownership and team-oriented attitude.
Compensation and Benefits
The annual base salary range for this position is USD 121900.00 To USD 195000.00
As a valued member of our team youll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant but also annual equity awards connecting your success directly to the companys growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.
Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical dental and vision plans 401(K) participation including company matching Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) company paid holidays paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race color creed religion sex sexual orientation national origin citizenship disability status medical condition pregnancy protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
If you are located outside USA please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Broadcom Inc. is a global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies a broad range of semiconductor, enterprise software and security solutions.