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Senior PA Design Engineer

$115.6k - $150.5k
Full-time

Qorvo

Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible. We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges. Qorvo serves multiple high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense. Visit to learn how our innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.

**Overview**

As a Staff Power Amplifier (PA) Design Engineer, you will be involved in the design and development of high-efficiency and high-linearity Cellular Power Amplifiers (PAs) and RF Front-End Modules (FEMs) for next-generation 5G NR and 6G smartphones. You will be responsible for the complete process, from initial PA architecture definition to high-volume manufacturing.

**Responsibilities**

  • Design and develop cutting-edge PAs using GaAs HBT technologies to meet the rigorous requirements of 5G NR and 6G, focusing on high linearity, wide modulation bandwidth, high power, and high efficiency.
  • Lead the integration of PA dies into multi-chip modules (MCM) while optimizing for size, cost, and thermal performance.
  • Conduct 3D electromagnetic (EM) simulations using HFSS and circuit-level simulations in ADS to ensure consistency between models and measured performance.
  • Collaborate with filter (SAW/BAW), packaging, and systems engineers to optimize top-level module performance.
  • Document and present results to both internal and external customers.

**Required Qualifications**

  • Minimum of a MSEE with at least 3 years of industry experience, or a Ph.D. degree.
  • Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, including S-parameters, impedance matching, stability, and linearity.
  • Extensive experience in RF circuit design using ADS, HFSS, and Cadence.
  • Solid background in RF measurements and characterization.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent technical communication and presentation skills.

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $115,600 - $150,500 (subject to change dependent on physical location)

Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. Qorvo reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as external competitiveness and internal comparability.

Base compensation is one element of Total Rewards offered at Qorvo. More information on the Total Rewards package can be shared upon request.

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We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF and Power 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.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex (as defined by law), national origin, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

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