Senior Principal Design Engineer

Job Title

Senior Principal Design Engineer

Role Summary

Experienced RFIC design engineer responsible for architecture, design, simulation, layout and characterization of RFIC circuit blocks for cellular and Wi‑Fi front-end modules (700 MHz–7 GHz). The role is in an advanced development team within Qorvo’s Advanced Cellular Group and interfaces with product organizations and cross-functional teams.

Experience Level

Senior level. Minimum ~8+ years of relevant industry experience; 15+ years preferred for candidates with M.S. or Ph.D.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include end-to-end RFIC block development, feasibility studies and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• Perform architectural and feasibility studies for RFIC front-end solutions.
• Design, simulate, lay out and characterize RFIC blocks such as power amplifiers, LNAs, RF switches, attenuators, couplers and filters.
• Develop designs across technologies (GaAs, SOI, SiGe, CMOS) and create laminate/IPD package and matching networks.
• Use circuit and EM simulation tools to meet requirements for power, bandwidth, efficiency, linearity, noise and return loss.
• Mentor junior engineers and document design decisions, internal/external reports and invention disclosures.
• Collaborate with product teams and cross-functional groups to meet customer schedules and product goals.

Requirements

Key technical skills and experience required and preferred.

• Must-have: Practical RFIC design experience (PA, LNA, switches, filters, etc.) and familiarity with GaAs, SOI, SiGe and/or CMOS technologies.
• Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso and SpectreRF; experience with Keysight ADS and EM simulation tools (EMX, Momentum, FEM, HFSS).
• Hands-on experience with RF/microwave test equipment: network analyzers, probe stations, source/load-pull systems, noise figure and signal/source analyzers.
• Strong teamwork, communication, organization and documentation skills; attention to detail to deliver high-yielding designs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet customer-driven schedules.
• Nice-to-have: Familiarity with RF transceiver and front-end architectures, end-to-end analog/RFIC productization experience, device physics knowledge across PVT and frequency, and experience with data analysis/programming tools (MATLAB, JMP, Spotfire, ADS AEL).

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree required (with ~8+ years of related experience) or a post-graduate degree; M.S. or Ph.D. preferred, especially with 15+ years of experience. Degrees in engineering, physics or other related technical fields are typical for this role.

About the Company

Company: Qorvo

Headquarters: Greensboro, NC, US

Qorvo supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that enhance connectivity and power for a variety of applications, including consumer electronics, automotive, and healthcare. With a focus on RF and power solutions, Qorvo combines technology leadership and global manufacturing to address complex challenges in fast-growing industries. Their commitment to excellence and innovation drives them to shape the future of wireless communications.