Senior RFIC Design Engineer
NXP SemiconductorsSan Jose, California, United States
Posted May 8, 2026
166200 - 228500 USD
Full Time
About the Company
We anticipate tomorrow’s needs—navigating a changing world by bringing together technology's brightest minds to build game-changing solutions that propel us forward. NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communications infrastructure markets. NXP's "Brighter Together" approach combines leading-edge technology with pioneering people to develop system solutions that make the connected world better, safer, and more secure. The company has operations in more than 30 countries and posted revenue of $12.61 billion in 2024. Find out more at www.nxp.com. Career Development Opportunities : Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills. Commitment At NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality. Privacy Policy: https://www.nxp.com/company/about-nxp/privacy-policy-for-social-media-pages:PRIVACY-POLICY-SOCIAL-MEDIA
Job Description
NXP is seeking a Senior RFIC Design Engineer to contribute to the development of cutting-edge RF integrated circuits for wireless communication systems.
Requirements
- Design, simulate, and verify RFIC blocks such as LNAs, PAs, Mixers, VCOs, PLLs, and frequency synthesizers for various wireless standards.
- Perform detailed transistor-level circuit design and optimization for performance, power, and area.
- Conduct extensive pre-layout and post-layout simulations using industry-standard tools (e.g., Cadence Virtuoso, SpectreRF, HFSS).
- Collaborate with system architects, digital design engineers, and test engineers to define specifications and ensure seamless integration.
- Develop and implement innovative circuit architectures and design techniques to meet challenging performance requirements.
- Participate in layout supervision and review, ensuring adherence to design intent and manufacturing process rules.
- Debug and characterize RFIC prototypes in the lab, identifying and resolving performance issues.
- Generate comprehensive design documentation, including design specifications, simulation reports, and test plans.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in RFIC design methodologies and technologies.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid leave
