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RF/Analog IC Layout Engineer (m/f/d)

Apple· Hardware
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Linz, Upper Austria, Austria€77.1k - €136.1kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

RF/Analog layout engineer role focused on layout of RF/analog/digital blocks for RF ICs in innovative RF CMOS technologies, with responsibilities from floor-planning to top-level verification and collaboration with design, system, and packaging teams.

Responsibilities

  • Floor-planning in collaboration with RF IC design and the RF system team
  • The layout of RF, analog, and digital blocks for RF ICs down to the transistor level
  • Block-level and top-level layout through full verification flow
  • Top-level layout integration, verification, and schedule management
  • Work with packaging experts to simulate RF de-sense and coupling mechanisms
  • Layout reviews for routing, signal path, IQ matching, and coupling

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, and a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry work experience
  • Good proficiency in the interpretation of CALIBRE DRC, LVS, ANTENNA-DRC, etc.
  • Knowledge of CADENCE layout tools
  • English language fluency is required for this position
  • The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of custom RF/analog layout experience with extensive knowledge of deep sub-micron CMOS and FinFET technologies
  • Knowledge of layout techniques for device matching, parasitics reduction, RF shielding, and efficient high-frequency routing
  • Proven understanding of RF building blocks such as LNAs, mixers, VCOs, DCOs, PAs, etc.
  • Good understanding of RC delay, electro-migration, and coupling effects
  • High-level proficiency in the interpretation of CALIBRE DRC, LVS, ANTENNA-DRC, etc.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multi-functional teams
  • Experience in working with international teams

Skills

Required:CALIBRE DRC/LVS/ANTENNA-DRC interpretationCADENCE layout toolsRF/analog layoutCommunication and collaboration
Nice to have:RF building blocks

Benefits

  • Apple benefits including comprehensive insurance benefits, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products, reimbursement for education-related expenses (tuition)
  • Discretionary stock programs and potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses or commissions
  • Relocation assistance may be available
Last updated Aug 14, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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