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SpaceX

Sr. RFIC Engineer (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$165K - $230K/yr

As a RFIC Design Engineer on the Starshield team, you will be working on advanced development programs in support of U.S. National Security. In this role, you will be developing cutting-edge next ...

Apple

RFIC - PLL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$216K/yr

As Sr. RFIC - PLL Design Engineer within the Wireless Radio team, you will be at the center of a wireless SoC design group with a critical impact on getting Apple's state-of-the-art wireless ...

Apple

RFIC Test Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

You'll work across fields to transform improved hardware elements into a single, coordinated design ... Description The wireless RFIC team architects, designs, and validates radio transceivers integrated ...

Apple

RFIC - PLL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$216K/yr

As Sr. RFIC - PLL Design Engineer within the Wireless Radio team, you will be at the center of a wireless SoC design group with a critical impact on getting Apple's state-of-the-art wireless ...

Apple

RFIC - PLL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA

$175K - $308K/yr

As Sr. RFIC - PLL Design Engineer within the Wireless Radio team, you will be at the center of a wireless SoC design group with a critical impact on getting Apple's state-of-the-art wireless ...

Apple

RFIC Layout Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

To deliver these radios, our team is responsible for the design of a wide range of RF, analog, and ... engineering. Description As an RFIC Layout Designer, you will be a key member of a RFIC team ...

Qorvo, Inc.

Staff Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$144K - $187K/yr

Overview As a Staff RFIC Design Engineer, you will play an important role in designing and developing Silicon RFICs integrated into RF Front-End Modules (FEMs) for next-generation 5G NR and 6G ...

Apple

RFIC - PLL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA

$122K - $214K/yr

As Sr. RFIC - PLL Design Engineer within the Wireless Radio team, you will be at the center of a wireless SoC design group with a critical impact on getting Apple's state-of-the-art wireless ...

Apple

RFIC - PLL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA

$175K - $308K/yr

As Sr. RFIC - PLL Design Engineer within the Wireless Radio team, you will be at the center of a wireless SoC design group with a critical impact on getting Apple's state-of-the-art wireless ...

Apple

RFIC - PLL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA

$122K - $214K/yr

As Sr. RFIC - PLL Design Engineer within the Wireless Radio team, you will be at the center of a wireless SoC design group with a critical impact on getting Apple's state-of-the-art wireless ...

Apple

RFIC - PLL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA

$175K - $308K/yr

As Sr. RFIC - PLL Design Engineer within the Wireless Radio team, you will be at the center of a wireless SoC design group with a critical impact on getting Apple's state-of-the-art wireless ...

Qorvo, Inc.

Senior Module Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

We are looking for a motivated RF Module Design Engineer with a solid background in RF design and board layout, excellent communication skills, and strong drive to produce best in class products. The ...

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Qorvo, Inc.

Senior Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

Overview As a Staff RFIC Design Engineer, you will play an important role in designing and developing Silicon RFICs integrated into RF Front-End Modules (FEMs) for next-generation 5G NR and 6G ...

Apple

RFIC - PLL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA

$122K - $214K/yr

As Sr. RFIC - PLL Design Engineer within the Wireless Radio team, you will be at the center of a wireless SoC design group with a critical impact on getting Apple's state-of-the-art wireless ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for rfic design engineer in California is $50.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.65 and $60.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an RFIC design engineer?

An RFIC (Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit) Design Engineer is responsible for designing, simulating, and testing RF circuits used in wireless communication systems. They work with technologies like CMOS, SiGe, and GaAs to develop components such as amplifiers, mixers, and oscillators. Their role involves circuit design, layout, electromagnetic simulations, and validation to ensure performance meets industry standards. RFIC Design Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams, including system engineers and layout designers, to optimize performance and manufacturability.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an RFIC design engineer?

As an RFIC Design Engineer, your typical day involves designing, simulating, and verifying radio frequency integrated circuits used in products such as wireless devices and communication systems. You’ll collaborate closely with fellow design engineers, layout teams, and testing engineers to ensure circuits meet required specifications and performance standards. Regular activities include schematic capture, layout reviews, analyzing simulation results, and participating in design reviews. This role often requires a balance between hands-on technical work and communication within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the RFIC design engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an RFIC Design Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, expertise in RF circuit design, and experience with semiconductor technologies, typically supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, ADS, and knowledge of industry standards are essential, and certifications like IEEE or advanced degrees can be beneficial. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and clear communication are important soft skills for collaborating in cross-functional teams. These competencies ensure successful design and implementation of high-performance RF integrated circuits, which are critical to developing advanced wireless communication systems.

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Sr Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit (RFIC) Design Engineer

Qualcomm

San Diego, CA • On-site

$110K - $152K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > RFIC Design
General Summary:
Define, design and develop complex radio frequency integrated circuits in complex SoC's and discrete RFIC's. Perform radio signal path and circuit topology analysis and detailed transistor-level design of highly-integrated transceivers and associated blocks for wireless applications such as 6G, WLAN, and IOT using advanced process technologies. Utilize complex analysis, simulation, engineering, science and mathematical principles to compose algorithm structures to solve problems. Assess processing requirements and select devices to meet requirements. Debug and assess performance of algorithms in actual application hardware.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 2+ years of Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 1+ year of Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Determines circuit-level specifications based on system-level requirements with minimal supervision.
  • Uses technical expertise with tools/applications to develop the architecture and design of one or more blocks based on specifications.
  • Resolves architecture and design problems by applying sound RFIC engineering practices with minimal supervision.
  • Runs simulations to determine how circuits perform under various circumstances with minimal supervision.
  • Independently floor-plan layout; works with layout engineers under minimal guidance to generate the layout of circuits and conduct physical verification on the layout; participate in review of generated layout.
  • Writes test plans and reviews test results to assess performance and identify any bugs in own work and provides instructions to test engineers for their design block.
  • Debugs most issues and escalates highly complex issues.
  • Seeks essential knowledge of industry trends, and advances related to RFICs.
  • Collaborates with team members to generate new ideas.
  • Writes clear and detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions to guide users.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: (All competencies below are required upon entry)
  • Analytical Skills - The ability to collect information and identify fundamental patterns/trends in data. This includes the ability to gather, integrate, and interpret information from several sources.
  • Communication - The ability to convey information clearly and accurately, as well as to choose the most effective method of delivery (e.g., email, phone, face-to-face) for technical and non-technical information.
  • Getting Work Done - The ability to be organized, resourceful, and planful. This includes the ability to leverage available resources to get things done and lay out tasks in sufficient detail. This also includes the ability to work on multiple tasks at once without losing track, and foresee and plan around obstacles.
  • Technical Knowledge - The ability to understand and apply knowledge of radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC) design and related tools and technologies, customer requirements, and industry specifications to design and develop RFICs and/or RFIC solutions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  • 2+ years ASIC design, verification, or related work experience.
  • 2+ years of academic or professional experience using two or more of the following software: CADENCE, Virtuoso, ADS.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field with internship or journal/conference publication OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 3+ years experience in the transistor level design of RF analog integrated circuits.
  • 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • Design of receiver and transmitter RF/Analog circuits
    • Digital Predistortion (DPD) or Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (ML/AI) applied to RF and Analog circuit design
    • Design of high-performance RF frequency synthesizers
    • Digital control and signal processing
    • Product experience from conception, design, and product commercialization
    • Electro Magnetic simulation/modeling
  • 1+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above)
  • 2+ years experience working in a large matrixed organization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Performs required tasks at various heights (e.g., standing or sitting).
  • Monitors and utilizes computers for more than 6 hours a day and/or test equipment for more than 3 hours a day.
  • Continuous communication which includes the comprehension of information with colleagues, customers, and/or vendors both in person and remotely.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
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EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$127,200.00 - $190,800.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

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Qualcomm is enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected. You interact with products and technologies made possible by Qualcomm every day, including 5G-enabled smartphones that double as pro-level cameras and gaming devices, smarter vehicles and cities, and the technology behind the smart, connected factories that manufactured your latest purchase. Our powerful connectivity solutions keep you connected—even in remote areas. Qualcomm 5G and AI innovations are the power behind the connected intelligent edge. You’ll find our technologies behind and inside the innovations that deliver significant value across multiple industries and to billions of people every day.

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Technology, communication and media

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1985

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