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Principal RF/Analog Design Engineer

Location: Biot, France
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Description

Millions of people experience Synaptics every day. Our technology impacts how people see, hear, touch, and engage with a wide range of IoT applications -- at home, at work, in the car or on the go. 
 
We solve complex challenges alongside the most influential companies in the industry, using the most advanced algorithms in areas such as machine learning, biometrics, and video processing, combined with world class software and silicon development. 
 
Overview 
Synaptics is looking for a Principal RF/Analog Design Engineer to join our dynamic and fast-growing design center in Sophia Antipolis Technology Park, by the French Riviera. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate design engineer to join a successful, experienced team working on our brand-new projects - our next generation WiFi / BT / UWB / GNSS connectivity chips. You will closely work with RF and Analog design experts to architect and design state of the art RF circuits in deep submicron processes. This position reports to the Sr. Director, Development Engineering.  
 
 
Responsibilities & Competencies 
Job Duties
  • Architecture and design of high performance, low power RF circuits 
  • Lead block design from specification to layout implementation then lab characterization 
  • Partner closely with system, layout and lab engineers 
  • Help the team to deliver on time with the required quality level 
 
Competencies
  • Excellent understanding of CMOS technologies and associated reliability issues
  • Ability to communicate complex, interactive design concepts clearly
  • Ability to work with dynamic, geographically distributed teams, with the passion to become part of cross-functional teams
  • Proactive, self-starter, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment to complete projects on time with minimal guidance
  • Well organized with strong attention to detail; proactively ensures work is accurate
  • Positive attitude and work ethic; unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideas
  • Results oriented, creative problem solver able to solve complex problems through adapting existing technology and development of new technology
  • Excellent analytical and documentation skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work within a diverse team and mentor developing team members 
 
Qualifications (Requirements) 
  • Bachelor’s degree (master’s or PhD preferred) in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent 
  • 15+ years of experience in RF-Analog design 
  • Demonstrated experience taking new product from concept to completion 
  • Proven experience in designing RF circuits such as LNA, Mixers, PLL, PAs for sub-micron processes 
  • Experience designing Internal RF T/R switch, Power detector, and RF calibration lookback circuits is a plus 
  • No travel required 
 
Belief in Diversity
Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.
 

 

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