Principal Device Engineer
About The Position
MaxLinear is seeking a Principal Device Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will focus on the following: R & D in semiconductor device engineering, especially in device characterization for both RF/analog & digital applications, analysis on device/interconnect variability and reliability, and development of SPICE models and PDK Test structure design for device layout/structure optimization and PDK development for advanced CMOS, SiGe BiCMOS, and HV/BCD technologies Electromagnetic & thermal (including self-heating effect) analysis and SPICE model parameter extraction for active/passive devices, metal interconnects, and substrates Collaborate with internal IC design & DEA/CAD groups to develop & improve PDK and foundation Ips Collaborate with technology teams at Foundries to review and analyze process technology, device characterization, and device reliability data Contribute to generating semiconductor device & PDK development plans and take ownership of project execution
Requirements
- Deep understanding of semiconductor device physics, electromagnetic theory, circuit design, and advanced process technology (Fin/GAA-FET CMOS, SiGe BiCMOS, & HV/BCD process)
- Experience in semiconductor device design and characterization, device modeling for SPICE simulation, high-frequency measurements, and electromagnetic simulation
- Excellent communication, presentation, and documentation skills
- Strong ownership to lead engineering projects
- BS in Electrical Engineering or related + 9 years of experience, or MS + 7 years of experience, or Ph.D. + 4 years of experience
Responsibilities
- R & D in semiconductor device engineering, especially in device characterization for both RF/analog & digital applications
- Analysis on device/interconnect variability and reliability
- Development of SPICE models and PDK Test structure design for device layout/structure optimization and PDK development for advanced CMOS, SiGe BiCMOS, and HV/BCD technologies
- Electromagnetic & thermal (including self-heating effect) analysis and SPICE model parameter extraction for active/passive devices, metal interconnects, and substrates
- Collaborate with internal IC design & DEA/CAD groups to develop & improve PDK and foundation Ips
- Collaborate with technology teams at Foundries to review and analyze process technology, device characterization, and device reliability data
- Contribute to generating semiconductor device & PDK development plans and take ownership of project execution
Benefits
- health care benefits
- 401k savings plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
