RFIC Layout Engineer

Job Title

RFIC Layout Engineer

Role Summary

Work on RF/analog layout for wireless SoC transceivers within Apple's wireless silicon organization. Deliver block-level and top-level layout through full verification, collaborate with circuit designers, and integrate layouts into top-level tapeout flows.

Focus on energy-efficient RF design, reliability, and manufacturability while coordinating with cross-functional teams (RF/Analog, VLSI/RTL, verification, test, firmware/software).

Experience Level

Mid-level — typically 3+ years of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include design, verification, and integration of RFIC layout.

• Perform block-level and top-level layout and full verification flows (extraction, DRC, LVS, DFM).
• Collaborate with circuit designers on floorplanning and layout approaches to meet performance and yield targets.
• Review layouts for power/ground routing, electromigration, RC delay, signal integrity, differential and IQ matching, and signal coupling.
• Integrate top-level layout and perform verification for tapeout; manage layout schedules and milestones.
• Identify failure-prone circuit and layout structures and propose corrective actions with designers.
• Communicate status and issues effectively with multi-functional teams.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience.

• Proven experience in custom RF/analog layout for radio transceivers.
• Extensive knowledge of deep sub-micron CMOS processes (16 nm and below) and FinFET layout considerations.
• Strong understanding of RC delay, electromigration, coupling, and signal integrity issues in advanced processes.
• Hands-on experience with layout verification flows: extraction, DRC, LVS, and DFM checks.
• Ability to perform power/gnd routing checks and evaluate electromigration and IR drop risks.
• Good communication skills and experience working with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Nice-to-have: top-level integration experience, schedule management for layout deliverables.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree (BS) is required; the posting specifies BS plus 3+ years of relevant industry experience.

About the Company

Company: Apple

Headquarters: Cupertino, California, United States

Apple is a multinational technology company that designs, manufactures, and sells consumer electronics, software, and online services. Known for its innovative products such as the iPhone, Mac computers, and iPad, Apple emphasizes a strong commitment to high-quality design and user experience.