Staff RFIC Design Engineer
Otava RF, based in Moorestown, New Jersey, is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in RF and millimeter-wave technologies. Our mission is to provide cutting- edge radio frequency integrated solutions for emerging defense, 5G/6G, and satellite communication applications. As a small and growing company, we concentrate on developing high-performance, wideband chips and system-on-chip (SoC) solutions.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Staff or Senior RFIC Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in RF and analog circuit design, combined with a passion for teamwork, problem-solving, and contributing to the company’s overall success and growth. This position requires excellent communication skills and a self-driven mindset, presenting significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Detailed circuit design of tunable filters, phase-shifters, low-noise amplifiers, switches, and fully integrated front-end modules, using advanced Silicon-on- Insulator CMOS fabrication processes.
- Design and layout circuits with Cadence Virtuoso/ADE
- EM passive structures with 2.5D simulators, such as EMX
- Organize and present clear technical results during design reviews
Qualifications:
- MSEE or PhD in Electrical Engineering (required)
- Graduate school experience or 3+ years of industry experience in IC design
- Experienced in Microwave, RF, or Analog integrated circuit design, including: components like power amplifiers, LNAs, phase-shifters, variable gain amplifiers, switches, and voltage regulators, with the ability to apply critical thinking to design challenges.
- Proficient in Cadence Virtuoso Schematic and Layout design flow.
- Strong team player mindset, driven to overcome design challenges, learn and succeed
- U.S. citizenship or Green Card holder (required)
Additional Skills (a plus):
- Experience with 3D EM tools (such as HFSS)
- Experience with testing of RF components
- Proficiency in Python, MATLAB for automating tasks and improving efficiency.
- Experience with SPI/I2C/I3C and custom digital interface design.