Senior or Principal RFIC Design Engineer

Full Time

New Jersey Area (hybrid)
New England Area (fully remote)

Otava Inc., 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 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 tools such as Cadence Virtuoso/ADE, Keysight ADS, Momentum, HFSS and electro-thermal simulation tools, ensuring timely project completion and alignment with project schedules. (Experience with all tools is not required; willingness to learn is key).

  • Organize and present clear technical results during design reviews, while troubleshooting and resolving issues by integrating circuit analysis with measurement data.

  • Work closely with Marketing and Design teams to define competitive product specifications and ensure technical feasibility.

 

Qualifications:

  • MSEE or PhD in Electrical Engineering (required)

  • Graduate school experience or 3+ years of industry experience in IC design, with a proven track record of leading teams and designs from concept to production release.

  • 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.

  • Hands-on experience with various silicon or III-V processes, a solid understanding of circuit fundamentals.

  • Proficient in Cadence Virtuoso Schematic and Layout design flow.

  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey complex technical concepts to stakeholders of varying technical backgrounds.

  • Strong team player mindset, driven to overcome design challenges, learn and succeed

  • U.S. citizenship or Green Card holder (required)

 

Additional Skills:

  • Proficiency in Python, MATLAB for automating tasks and improving efficiency.

  • Experience with SPI/I2C/I3C and custom digital interface design.