Acoustic Filter Designer, BAW and SAW

A staff-level design role in the filter team of a global RF semiconductor company, developing the next generation of filters and front-end modules for mobile devices, alongside specialists in LNAs, RF switches, power amplifiers, acoustic and SOI technologies and packaging.

The role

• Developing BAW and SAW filter components for state-of-the-art wireless RF applications.
• Designing microwave acoustic devices: bandpass, ladder, notch, CRF and acoustic-assisted filters.
• Running acoustic and electromagnetic simulations, and delivering final device layout for photomask creation.
• Working with process engineers and R&D on fabrication variation, and with characterisation and test teams to evaluate each device.
• Supporting feasibility studies and competitive analysis for new products, and transferring new designs into production.

What is needed

• A master's degree and six or more years in RF circuit design, EM simulation, layout, impedance matching, filter evaluation and RF characterisation.
• Knowledge of front-end radio architecture, communication systems and microelectronic fabrication processes.
• Extensive design experience with HFSS, AWR, ADS or similar.
• Good communication and presentation skills, and the ability to work independently.

A PhD, direct BAW or SAW design experience, high-volume manufacturing and Six Sigma, and scripting or MATLAB are preferred.