Texas Instruments
Senior RF GaN Power Amplifier Design Engineer
Texas Instruments, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Senior RF GaN Power Amplifier Design Engineer
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Texas Instruments (TI) is out front and ready for the next big challenge. Our innovations are at the core of nearly every electronics product in use today. We are developing breakthrough technology to power the world’s future innovations. TI is committed to building a better future—from responsible manufacturing to caring for employees and giving back to communities.
Job Description The Senior RF GaN Power Amplifier Design Engineer role is within Kilby Labs, the central R&D organization of TI. Kilby Labs is chartered to develop novel and innovative technologies, drive next‑generation differentiated technologies for existing businesses, and recruit top technical talent.
Responsibilities
Design of RF and mmWave Power Amplifiers using cutting‑edge GaN process technology
Analyzing trade‑offs involved in designing different Power Amplifier classes and configurations
Device small‑signal model extractions and waveform engineering for high efficiency and high back‑off designs
System analysis, device selection, circuit layout and electromagnetic co‑simulations
Defining process technology roadmaps
Minimum Requirements
BSEE with 12 years, MSEE with 10 years or PhD with 5 years of Power Amplifier and RFIC design experience
Taken multiple generations of products from concept to high‑volume manufacturing
Successful tape‑out of multiple devices
Established in RF simulations using Cadence or ADS, including scripting and coding
Layout and floor‑planning of RF circuits and packages using Cadence Virtuoso or ADS layout
Strong foundation in electromagnetic design using HFSS or ADS Momentum on die, on package and on PCB
Understanding of harmonic loadpull and use of loadpull data for Power Amplifier design
Demonstrated strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with innovative design and debugging
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with GaN discrete modules and MMIC design
Experience with high efficiency and high peak‑to‑average ratio Power Amplifiers, including Doherty, LMBA, out‑phasing and pulsed amplifier designs
Familiar with RF GaN device physics, including trapping and thermals, and transistor models
Understanding of PA thermal and packaging constraints
Experience with PCB prototype development, lab validation and debugging
Design of pre‑drivers, bias networks, control circuitry and digital predistortion
Prior tape‑out experience of RFIC designs on CMOS, SiGe or III‑V
Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions and build strong, influential relationships
Strong time‑management skills that enable on‑time project delivery
Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced and rapidly changing environment
Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
Good listener and excellent verbal and written communication skills
About Us: Why TI?
Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.
We’re different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives push innovation forward and make TI stronger. We value each and every voice and look forward to hearing yours. Meet the people of TI.
Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well‑being is important to us.
About Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, personal electronics, communications equipment and enterprise systems. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, lower power and more affordable.
Equal Opportunity Employer Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
If you are interested in this position, please apply to this requisition.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function & Industries Engineering and Information Technology; Semiconductor Manufacturing
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Senior RF GaN Power Amplifier Design Engineer
role at
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments (TI) is out front and ready for the next big challenge. Our innovations are at the core of nearly every electronics product in use today. We are developing breakthrough technology to power the world’s future innovations. TI is committed to building a better future—from responsible manufacturing to caring for employees and giving back to communities.
Job Description The Senior RF GaN Power Amplifier Design Engineer role is within Kilby Labs, the central R&D organization of TI. Kilby Labs is chartered to develop novel and innovative technologies, drive next‑generation differentiated technologies for existing businesses, and recruit top technical talent.
Responsibilities
Design of RF and mmWave Power Amplifiers using cutting‑edge GaN process technology
Analyzing trade‑offs involved in designing different Power Amplifier classes and configurations
Device small‑signal model extractions and waveform engineering for high efficiency and high back‑off designs
System analysis, device selection, circuit layout and electromagnetic co‑simulations
Defining process technology roadmaps
Minimum Requirements
BSEE with 12 years, MSEE with 10 years or PhD with 5 years of Power Amplifier and RFIC design experience
Taken multiple generations of products from concept to high‑volume manufacturing
Successful tape‑out of multiple devices
Established in RF simulations using Cadence or ADS, including scripting and coding
Layout and floor‑planning of RF circuits and packages using Cadence Virtuoso or ADS layout
Strong foundation in electromagnetic design using HFSS or ADS Momentum on die, on package and on PCB
Understanding of harmonic loadpull and use of loadpull data for Power Amplifier design
Demonstrated strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with innovative design and debugging
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with GaN discrete modules and MMIC design
Experience with high efficiency and high peak‑to‑average ratio Power Amplifiers, including Doherty, LMBA, out‑phasing and pulsed amplifier designs
Familiar with RF GaN device physics, including trapping and thermals, and transistor models
Understanding of PA thermal and packaging constraints
Experience with PCB prototype development, lab validation and debugging
Design of pre‑drivers, bias networks, control circuitry and digital predistortion
Prior tape‑out experience of RFIC designs on CMOS, SiGe or III‑V
Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions and build strong, influential relationships
Strong time‑management skills that enable on‑time project delivery
Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced and rapidly changing environment
Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
Good listener and excellent verbal and written communication skills
About Us: Why TI?
Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.
We’re different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives push innovation forward and make TI stronger. We value each and every voice and look forward to hearing yours. Meet the people of TI.
Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well‑being is important to us.
About Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, personal electronics, communications equipment and enterprise systems. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, lower power and more affordable.
Equal Opportunity Employer Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
If you are interested in this position, please apply to this requisition.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function & Industries Engineering and Information Technology; Semiconductor Manufacturing
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