Senior RFIC Design Engineer

Job Title

Senior RFIC Design Engineer

Role Summary

Senior RFIC Design Engineer on the RF Semiconductors team, based in Limerick, Ireland. Responsible for RFIC product development across markets, covering transistor-level IC design, evaluation, and product verification.

The role works independently with limited supervision, contributes to project leadership, and may mentor junior engineers.

Experience Level

Senior — typically requires 4+ years of relevant RFIC design experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Transistor-level integrated circuit design for RF blocks.
• Design evaluation, including first-silicon characterization and detailed analysis.
• Design and development of RF products across process and packaging technologies.
• Problem analysis and resolution, developing recommendations within established practices.
• Project contributions and leadership; representing the organization on projects and occasionally leading project work.
• Cross-functional communication with internal teams and external contacts.
• Preparing documentation and reports for product development.
• Mentoring and supporting the technical growth of junior engineers.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience, plus common desirable extras.

• Strong understanding of S-parameters, transmission line theory, and RF networks.
• Proven ability to design, simulate, and verify circuit performance at transistor and behavioral/architectural levels.
• Experience with circuit design environments such as Cadence and Keysight ADS.
• Demonstrated experience with first-silicon evaluation and RF characterization workflows.
• Good technical communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel (~10%) and to learn new tools or techniques quickly.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with electromagnetic simulators such as EMPro and/or HFSS.
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment and advanced characterization techniques.
• Prior mentorship or leadership experience on technical projects.

Education Requirements

Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering; M.S. preferred and Ph.D. a plus. Equivalent practical experience will be considered.

About the Company

Company: Analog Devices

Headquarters: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA

Analog Devices is a leading global semiconductor company that bridges the physical and digital worlds, enabling breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. With a focus on innovation, ADI develops solutions that drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare. The company employs around 24,000 people globally and reported revenues exceeding $9 billion in FY24, creating technologies that transform lives across various sectors.