About GlobalFoundries 

 GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com. 

Introduction: 

In this role you will be a key member of a global RF IC reference design team, responsible for developing RF front-end solutions that demonstrate the capabilities of GlobalFoundries RFSOI technologies. The position focuses on the design and enablement of core RF IC building blocks, including switches, antenna tuners, and low-noise amplifiers. You will work closely with customers across China and the Asia region to communicate technology capabilities, understand application specific design requirements, and translate these needs into effective reference designs that showcase platform strengths. 

Your Job:  

•  Design and develop RF switches and antenna tuners for 5G FR1/FR3 cellular and WiFi applications using GlobalFoundries RFSOI technologies.  

• Perform RF IC schematic design, layout, and verification using Cadence IC design tools.  

• Execute electromagnetic (EM) simulations using tools such as EMX and ADS Momentum to validate RF performance. 

• Contribute to the design and analysis of additional RF frontend blocks, like Switches, and LNAs, as part of integrated solutions. 

• Develop clear and comprehensive design documentation, including architecture, simulations, and design tradeoffs. 

• Define and execute detailed characterization and validation test plans to assess silicon performance. 

• Collaborate closely with the characterization lab to analyze measurement results and drive model to hardware correlation.  

• Must have good technical verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with cross functional teams 

• Engage with customers across China and Asia to understand design requirements and present technical solutions.  

• Communicate effectively in English and Chinese, both verbally and in written technical materials.  

Other Responsibilities:  

• Support our Asian customers who need more assistance in designing their RF Front-end circuits like switches, antenna tuners, and low-noise amplifiers 

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs 

Required Qualifications: 

• Minimum M.S/Ph.D in Electrical Engineering from top tier institutes with 3 to 5 years of relevant industry experience

• Good knowledge of silicon process technology and RFSOI 

• Excellent understanding and experience of designing other RF circuit building blocks like PAs, Analog and control circuits is a plus 

• Dedication and the ability to work within a very dynamic interdisciplinary environment 

• Ability to communicate as well as work efficiently in an international multi-disciplinary environment. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Role needs 30-50% travel 

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard. 

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities. 

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.  

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia