Senior RF IC Design Engineer

Destinus

. Design and develop RF integrated circuits using III-V semiconductor and CMOS/SOI technologies, contributing to high-performance RF and MMIC solutions.

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeZürich • SwitzerlandSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in RF Integrated Circuit design, including schematic design, layout optimization, and electromagnetic simulations. Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing technical projects while ensuring adherence to performance metrics and technical specifications.

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PhD In Electrical EngineeringRF IC DesignElectromagnetic Simulation ToolsRF Circuit Simulation EnvironmentsTechnical Documentation

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Hard Skills

RF FundamentalsCircuit TheoryAnalog Circuit DesignDigital Circuit DesignRF/MMIC Design FlowSchematic DevelopmentLayout OptimizationRF Measurement EquipmentLaboratory CharacterizationTroubleshooting RF Design

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

HFSSMomentumADSAWRCadence VirtuosoAltium Designer

Industry Keywords

III-V SemiconductorCMOS/SOI TechnologiesMMIC SolutionsTechnical SpecificationsProject Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop RF integrated circuits using III-V semiconductor and CMOS/SOI technologies, contributing to high-performance RF and MMIC solutions.
Take ownership of schematic design, layout optimization, and electromagnetic (EM) simulations to ensure circuit performance meets technical requirements.
Simulate, characterize, and validate RF circuit performance through both simulation and physical measurements, identifying opportunities for optimization and improvement.
Collaborate with semiconductor foundries, design houses, and external partners to support IC development, manufacturing, and integration into existing systems.
Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure RF IC designs meet system-level requirements and performance expectations.
Prepare clear technical documentation, progress reports, and design reports, maintaining accurate project plans, schedules, and development milestones.
Coordinate and supervise technical projects with external design houses and industrial partners, ensuring alignment on technical specifications, quality, and delivery timelines.

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in Electrical Engineering or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with at least 4 years of relevant professional experience in RF IC design or a closely related field.
Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, performance metrics, circuit theory, and RF design techniques.
Solid knowledge of analog and digital circuit design principles and practices.
Good understanding of the complete RF/MMIC design flow, from schematic development and layout to simulation, fabrication, and characterization.
Hands-on experience with electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS, Momentum, or equivalent software.
Proficiency in RF circuit simulation and design environments such as ADS, AWR, or Cadence Virtuoso.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex RF design and performance challenges.
Familiarity with PCB design tools such as Altium Designer is a plus.
Experience working with RF measurement equipment and performing laboratory characterization is an advantage.
Ability to manage technical projects independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams and external partners.
Strong technical documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
Fluency in written and spoken English.