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Principal RFIC Power Amplifier Design Engineer

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Irvine, CA
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The role involves designing and simulating RF power amplifiers, with a focus on innovation in CMOS SOI technology for Wi-Fi 7 systems.
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QuantalRF, a pioneering developer of cutting-edge RF semiconductor and antenna solutions, is on a mission to significantly reduce power consumption in wireless networks. Here at QuantalRF, you will find an environment with a strong focus on innovation, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.

We are now looking for an experienced RF power amplifier (PA) design engineer to play a key technical role in the development of our emerging portfolio of single-chip Wi-Fi 7 front-ends in CMOS SOI technology with industry leading power efficiency. The successful candidate will be responsible for the feasibility study, design, simulation, and layout of power amplifiers in our front-ends using state-of-the-art simulations tools.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree and 8+ years of related work experience
  • Strong analogue circuit design skills, and experience performing analysis and simulation of both linear and non-linear circuits for power amplifiers and other related RF circuit blocks
  • Knowledge about CMOS and/or Bipolar Silicon technologies
  • Wireless communications knowledge: OFDM/OFDMA, 802.11, 4G and 5G
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Cadence schematic capture, layout and simulation tools
  • Experience in EM simulations using tools as EMX, RFPro/Momentum and/or HFSS
  • Proven track record in the design of power amplifiers for cellular or Wi-Fi applications

Desirable Skills and Experience

  • 12+ years of experience with Ph D degree is preferred
  • Experience with various PA linearization techniques including digital pre-distortion
  • Understanding and knowledge of concepts such as envelope tracking, tunable front-end components, and impedance tuning
  • Lab experience to perform IC characterization and debugging
  • Knowledge of data analysis and proficiency software tools such as MATLAB and Python

What is offered

  • Working with innovative technolog
  • Dynamic, fun and cool startup working environment
  • A world class RFIC team, with tremendous potential for creativity and ownership 
  • Opportunity to be a key contributor, with equity at an early company stage
  • Exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401K plan, bonus plan and more

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