RFIC Design Engineer I

Silicon Labs

$78K — $146K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience with RF, analog, or mixed-signal circuit design through projects or internships.
  • Understanding of fundamental circuit analysis and design principles.
  • Ability to apply RF concepts and design techniques practically.
  • Familiarity with circuit simulation and design-analysis methods.
  • Strong analytical and debugging skills.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop RF, analog, and mixed-signal circuits for wireless transceivers.
  • Perform circuit analysis, simulation, modeling, and design verification.
  • Evaluate design performance and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Support radio transceiver development from concept to implementation.
  • Analyze data to troubleshoot circuit performance issues.
  • Collaborate across multiple engineering teams for project success.
  • Document design processes, technical results, and recommendations.
  • Gain technical expertise through mentorship and hands-on experience.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401k plan with matching and Roth option.
  • Equity rewards through RSUs.
  • Flexible spending accounts available.
  • Adoption assistance and back-up childcare support.
  • Flexible PTO schedule with additional paid volunteer days.
  • Tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Free downtown parking and onsite gym access.
  • Monthly wellness offerings and free snacks.
  • Regular updates and engagement with company leadership.
Full Job Description
Meet the Team

You'll join Silicon Labs' RFIC Design Team, developing radio transceivers for innovative IoT wireless products. Our team designs the analog, mixed-signal, and RF circuitry that enables reliable wireless communication across Silicon Labs' portfolio.

As a new college graduate, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and apply your academic knowledge to real-world RF design challenges while building expertise across the integrated circuit development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop RF, analog, and mixed-signal circuits for wireless transceivers.


  • Perform circuit analysis, simulation, modeling, and design verification.


  • Evaluate design performance against technical requirements and identify opportunities for improvement.


  • Support the development of radio transceiver from initial concept through implementation and validation.


  • Analyze simulation and laboratory data to troubleshoot circuit performance.


  • Collaborate with RF, analog, digital, layout, systems, validation, and product engineering teams.


  • Document design decisions, technical results, and engineering recommendations.


  • Develop technical expertise through mentorship, design reviews, and hands-on project experience.


Skills You Need

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.


  • Academic or project experience in RF, analog, or mixed-signal circuit design.


  • Understanding of fundamental circuit analysis and design principles.


  • Experience with RF circuit concepts through coursework, research, internships, or project work.


  • Familiarity with circuit simulation, modeling, and design-analysis methods.


  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.


  • Ability to interpret technical requirements and evaluate circuit performance.


  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment and communicate technical concepts clearly.


The following skills will be considered a plus:

  • Internship, co-op, research, or project experience related to RF, analog, or mixed-signal IC design.


  • Exposure to radio transceiver architectures and wireless communication systems.


  • Experience with RF measurement, simulation, or laboratory equipment.


  • Knowledge of signal processing principles.


  • Exposure to integrated circuit design tools and semiconductor design workflows.


  • Familiarity with common RF concepts, including noise, linearity, gain, matching, and frequency response.


  • Participation in engineering competitions, technical organizations, research publications, or relevant student leadership activities


Benefits & Perks

You can look forward to the following benefits:

  • Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental and vision plans


  • Highly competitive salary


  • 401k plan with match and Roth plan option


  • Equity rewards (RSUs)


  • Life/AD&D and disability coverage


  • Flexible spending accounts


  • Adoption assistance


  • Back-Up childcare


  • Additional benefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance)


  • Flexible PTO schedule


  • 3 paid volunteer days per year


  • Tuition reimbursement


  • Free downtown parking


  • Onsite gym


  • Monthly wellness offerings


  • Free snacks


  • Monthly company updates with our CEO


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The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $78,750 - $146,250 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.

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