Axiro Semiconductor Pvt. Ltd. is a leading fabless semiconductor company based in Bengaluru, India, specializing in high-performance chip design for global 5G/6G, defence, satellite communication, and industrial IoT markets. Backed by the Murugappa Group through CG Power, Axiro leverages advanced design capabilities and strategic global manufacturing partnerships to deliver millions of ICs. With a strong focus on innovation, IP ownership in India, and sustainable growth, Axiro is at the forefront of India’s semiconductor mission.

Job Description

The RFIC Design Engineer will be responsible for developing high-performance RF integrated circuit blocks for telecom and SATCOM applications. This role involves designing innovative RF architectures, optimizing performance, and ensuring successful tape-outs. The position requires strong technical expertise in RFIC design, simulation, and layout, along with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities 

•    Independently design and develop RFIC power amplifier blocks and other RF components such as drivers, LNAs, VGAs, and bias circuits.
•    Conduct literature reviews and propose innovative architectures to meet stringent design specifications.
•    Optimize designs for maximum performance within technology constraints.
•    Build simulation test benches and perform extensive simulations using Cadence Virtuoso and Keysight ADS.
•    Execute RF layout and EM extraction to accurately capture parasitic effects.
•    Document design procedures and maintain progress reports.
•    Collaborate with and guide other designers, reviewing their work for quality and accuracy.
•    Work with validation engineers to bring up chips in the lab and fine-tune settings to meet specifications.

Requirements

•    Proven track record of designing RFIC power amplifiers from scratch.
•    Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, including Gain, NF, IIP3, OP1dB, ACPR, EVM, and PAE.
•    Excellent grasp of DC operating point, frequency response, stability, noise, nonlinearity, efficiency, and load-pull analysis.
•    Proficiency in Keysight ADS and Cadence Virtuoso suite (Schematic, Maestro, ADEXL, Layout XL, Spectre/AMS).
•    Experience in RFIC layout design and EM simulation using tools like ADS Momentum, EMX, HFSS.
•    Successful experience with tape-outs, test bench bring-up, and lab characterization.
•    Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications:
•    Experience in SOI, HBT, or GaAs power amplifier design.
•    Expertise in EM simulations using EMX, Keysight Momentum, and HFSS.
•    Familiarity with SOI, GaAs, and GaN technologies.
•    Knowledge of analog mixed-signal blocks (BGR, op-amps) and Verilog-based RTL.
•    Understanding of post-silicon qualification procedures such as ESD and HTOL.

Behavioral Competencies:
•    Ability to manage complex projects independently.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Effective collaboration and leadership in cross-functional teams.
•    Proactive approach to innovation and continuous improvement.

Performance Metrics & Success Indicators:
•    Successful design and tape-out of RFIC blocks meeting performance targets.
•    Achievement of RF specifications and reliability standards.
•    Effective collaboration and mentoring within the team.
•    Continuous improvement in design efficiency and quality.