Sr Principal/ Principal RF Engineer
Posting Start Date: 7/6/26
Job Location(s): Hillsboro, San Jose
Requisition ID: 77871
Job Description:
DescriptionJoin a team where cutting-edge RF innovation meets real-world impact. We are seeking a
Principal/Sr Principal RF Engineer who thrives on solving complex design challenges and bringing high-performance wireless solutions from concept to mass production. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping next-generation RF transceivers integrated into advanced sub-45nm CMOS SoCs-powering technologies that connect the world.
As a key technical leader, you will drive the end-to-end design of RF and mixed-signal blocks, from architecture and modeling through silicon validation and production. You'll collaborate cross-functionally to push the boundaries of radio performance, power efficiency, and system integration, while mentoring engineers and influencing design strategy. This position is ideal for a hands-on expert with a passion for innovation, a strong production track record in wireless systems such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and a desire to make a lasting impact on cutting-edge semiconductor solutions.
Responsibilities- Perform or lead all aspects of the implementation, including architecture, modeling, design, simulation and characterization, of RF transceivers to be included on sub-45nm CMOS SOCs.
- Optimize analog and RF block specifications, collaborating with engineers from other disciplines to meet product requirements for radio performance, power consumption, and system features
- Invent new approaches if necessary to solve design problems.
- Model, design and simulate blocks and develop pre- and post-silicon verification suites.
- Work with layout designers to guide and optimize their implementation of your blocks.
- Plan and perform post-silicon characterization, troubleshoot fabricated designs and document results
- Work with production test engineers to develop efficient manufacturing tests.
- Lead and mentor other block designers
Required Experience and Skills- 15+ years (BSEE), 12+ years (MSEE) or 8+ years (Phd) of relevant industry experience
- Proven track record of designs reaching mass production, preferably for wireless standards such as Bluetooth and WiFi
- Thorough knowledge of RF theory and mixed-signal concepts and technology
- Extensive hands-on experience in CMOS RF design at 2.4 and 5GHz, preferably including switched-cap PAs, LNAs and frequency synthesizers
- Experience with a variety of modeling and simulation tools, including Cadence Spectre/SpectreRF, MATLAB, 3-D simulators (EMX), AMS
- Experience with analog layout methodologies, parasitic extraction and simulation
- Experience with programming and scripting languages, e.g. Python, SKILL, MATLAB, C
- Experience in lab characterization and investigation, with a focus on automated measurements.
- Experience in applying AI tools to increase productivity in design and characterization
- Experienced in producing detailed technical specifications, reports and documentation
- This position requires an individual skilled in making architectural and circuit implementation decisions, informed by industrial experience and academic literature
- Professional, open and highly self-motivated attitude
The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $143,000 - $286,400 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.
