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Apple Sr RFIC Layout Engineer United States, California, San Diego 405198050
06.06.2024
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Description
As a RF IC Layout Engineer, you will be a key member of a small RFIC team, researching, designing and bringing the next-generation of wireless technologies into high-volume production in advanced CMOS technology nodes.Responsibilities include:- Detailed transistor-level layout of RF and analog circuit blocks including LNA, mixers, PLL, LO generation, modulators, power amplifiers, ADC/DAC, baseband filters, and bandgap/bias/LDO.- Block level and top-level layout through full verification flow including extraction, DRC, LVS, and DFM checking- Co-work with designers on block level and top-level floorplanning.- Layout review for power/gnd routing, electromigration, signal path check, differential and IQ matching, and signal coupling.- Top-level layout integration and verification, schedule management.
Key Qualifications
- BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
- Experience in custom RF/analog layout for radio transceivers with extensive knowledge of deep sub-micron CMOS (FinFet experience is a must).
- Knowledgeable in layout techniques for device matching, minimizing parasitics, RF shielding, and high frequency routing.
- Solid understanding of RC delay, electromigration, and coupling.
- Understanding of guard rings, DNW, PN junctions, and advanced process effects such as LOD, WPE, etc.
- High level proficiency in interpretation of CALIBRE DRC, ERC, LVS, etc. in FinFet Technology.
- Knowledge of CADENCE layout tools.
- Excellent communication skills and able to work with cross-functional teams.
- Capability to lead other layout engineers for top-level integration.
- Ability to recognize failure prone circuit and layout structures and proactively work with circuit designers for the best approach to resolve problems.
- Scripting skills in PERL or SKILL are a plus, but not required.
Education & Experience
BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
Additional Requirements
- Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.
Pay & Benefits
- At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $152,400 and $268,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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