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On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Posted
43 days ago
Closes
Oct 21, 2026

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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

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Join Qualcomm Atheros as an RF/Analog IC Design Engineer with a focus on integrating machine learning into complex SoC and discrete RFIC designs for wireless applications including 4G, 5G, WLAN, BT, and GPS standards. This role involves designing and developing radio frequency integrated circuits using advanced process technologies, performing detailed transistor-level design, and conducting signal path analysis. You will apply ML techniques to optimize circuit performance, predict outcomes, and automate design processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate these insights into workflows. Essential skills include expertise in RFIC design tools like CADENCE Virtuoso and ADS, proficiency in Python and ML frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow, and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

What you'll do

  • Define, design, and develop complex RF and analog integrated circuits for SoCs and discrete RFICs.
  • Perform transistor-level design and signal-path analysis for wireless applications using advanced methodologies.
  • Apply machine learning techniques to model, predict, optimize, or explore the design space of RF/analog circuits.
  • Develop ML models for circuit performance prediction and integrate insights into RFIC design workflows.
  • Analyze datasets from simulations, measurements, or silicon to enhance design decisions and drive innovation.

What we're looking for

  • Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Proven experience in RF/Analog IC circuit design for wireless products.
  • Working knowledge of machine learning applied to engineering problems.
  • Proficiency with RFIC design tools and simulation environments.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to debug complex circuits.
  • Experience developing ML models for circuit performance prediction.

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