About this role
<p> </p> <p>If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.</p> <p>At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.</p> <p>This posting is for an existing vacancy.</p> <p>Requisition ID: 77754 </p> <p> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Description</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Skyworks Solutions Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Senior RF/EM Design Engineer with a strong interest in programming and design automation to join our team in Ottawa. This role is ideal for an experienced RF designer who enjoys building tools, improving workflows, and contributing to both design methodology and product development.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">The successful candidate will lead and contribute to the development of an advanced optimization and design automation framework for RF front-end design. This work will be conducted alongside active participation in EM and RF design projects, ensuring strong alignment between tool development and real design needs.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Over time, this role offers flexibility for the candidate to shape their career path based on their interests and strengths, with opportunities to grow in RF/EM design, design automation, or a combination of both.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:black;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Why Join Us</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Work on high-impact design automation while continuing hands-on RF/EM design.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Balanced role combining software development and product design.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Opportunity to work with experienced designers to influence methodology across the organization.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Flexibility to grow your career in RF design, design automation, or both, based on your interests and strengths.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Design Automation & Tool Development (Primary Initial Focus)</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Lead and contribute to the development of optimization and automation tools for RF design workflows.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Develop Python-based infrastructure to interface with industry-standard CAD tools (e.g., ADS, SpectreRF, EM tools).</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Integrate and automate simulation flows for:</span><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">-EM modeling (2.5D/3D)</span><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">-Circuit-level simulations (PAs, LNAs, switches)</span><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">-Passive structures and filters (BAW/SAW)</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Improve simulation efficiency, data management, and design convergence through automation and workflow enhancements.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and ensure tool usability across multiple design groups.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>RF/EM Design (Concurrent & Long-Term)</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Design and simulate electromagnetic structures such as baluns, couplers, inductors, and matching networks.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Contribute to RF front-end module design, including I ntegration of LNAs, PAs, switches, and filters.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Support EM modeling, correlation, and debugging between simulation and measurement.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Participate in product development activities including architecture, design support, layout guidance, and lab debug.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Assist in lab evaluation and characterization of RF modules.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Required Experience and Skills</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">BS degree + 5 years of industry experience in RF/EM design (MS or PhD is a plus).</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Strong foundation in RF/microwave engineering and electromagnetic theory.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience with circuit and/or EM simulation tools (ADS, SpectreRF, Momentum, HFSS, EMX, etc.).</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Solid programming experience (Python preferred), particularly for automation of simulation and CAD workflows.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work across disciplines.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Effective communication and collaboration skills.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Desired Experience and Skills</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience developing design automation or optimization tools.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience interfacing programmatically with CAD tools and managing simulation flows.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Understanding of RF front-end modules and technologies including:</span><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">-BAW/SAW filters</span><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">-Multi-chip modules (MCMs)</span><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">-Packaging and PCB integration</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience with RF lab measurements and test equipment.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Exposure to wireless systems (e.g., cellular, Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth).</span></li> </ul> <p style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">#LI-SJ1</span></p></div></div></div><p> </p> <p>The typical total targeted cash range for this role is currently CAD $105,160 - $136,785 per year. Starting compensation will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, and the ultimate job duties and requirements. Benefits include access to healthcare, a retirement plan company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, among others. Certain roles may also be eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance. </p> <p>Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not use artificial intelligence to screen or select applicants.</p> <p>Skyworks welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to accommodating the needs of people with disabilities and providing a workplace and recruitment process that is inclusive and accessible to all. Accommodations are available on request for candidates in all aspects of the selection process. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.</p>