Senior IC Layout Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
QORVO UK Ltd designs and produces integrated circuit-based systems for mobile, defence and infrastructure applications. The successful candidate for the position above will be working in our Cellular Products Group designing radio frequency integrated circuit antenna control products for cellular handset applications. The products include a range of high-performance RF switches and impedance tuners. The candidate will act as the Technical Lead supporting products during the entire product life cycle from product definition and design through product release to end-of-life. As part of a cross-functional product development team the candidate will support other essential disciplines including marketing and applications, project management, quality, characterization, production and test engineering. The candidate should also expect opportunities to contribute towards IP generation and advanced development for future products.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Layout of RF, Analogue and microwave integrated circuits for the mobile communications market
- Floor planning and concept realization of highly integrated RF circuits
- Top Level and block level layout designs including circuit and layout verification checks (LVS, DRC)
- Full RF and Analogue layout design and layout size optimization of CMOS and SOI
- Interface and cooperation with RF IC design engineers
- Responsibility for tape out process, data documentation and data archiving
- Independent interface with design engineering, foundry and manufacturing
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or similar
- 5+ years of relevant work experience
- Background in RF/Microwave engineering and experience with integrated RF circuit layouts
- Understanding of semiconductor process technologies like CMOS and SOI
- Experience with CAD layout tools like Cadence and/or ADS
- Outstanding Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT QORVO
We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF solutions for the mobile, defense and infrastructure markets – we are a place to innovate and shape the future of wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a commitment to excellence, growth and a passion for creating what's next. Explore the possibilities with us.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
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Technical & Competency Interviews
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Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
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Onboarding & Corporate Integration
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Electronics Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Senior IC Layout Engineer roles across Qorvo's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Electronics Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £79,682 - £94,023 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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