About the role
The Analog RF & Mixed-Signal Verification Engineer / Architect is responsible for defining and executing comprehensive design verification strategies to enable robust Design Enablement solutions for SoC development. The role focuses on ensuring that foundry processes, PDKs, tools, and methodologies work seamlessly together by using Analog, RF, and Mixed-Signal IPs as validation vehicles. The individual will plan, architect, and develop integration test frameworks to evaluate compatibility, stability, and scalability across platforms. This includes qualitative and quantitative analysis, as well as impact assessment of different IP, tool, and methodology versions. The role collaborates closely with AMS flow teams, PDK, IP teams and EDA vendors to enable new features and supports deployment across advanced technology nodes from 28nm to 5nm, while leveraging AI-driven approaches to drive innovation, automation, and improvements in quality and productivity.
Required skillset:
- Strong expertise in Analog, RF, and Mixed-Signal verification methodologies and EDA tools
- Familiarity with foundry PDKs, process components, and their configuration, including technology files
- Experience with Spectre, HSPICE, Cadence AMS Designer
- Proficiency in RF and EM tools such as Keysight ADS, HFSS, EMX, Clarity
- Strong understanding of co-simulation (Analog + Digital + RF domains)
- Experience in functional, structural, and integration-level verification
- Scripting skills in SKILL, TCL, Python, or similar
Desired skillset:
- Strong fundamentals in Analog and RF circuit blocks, such as amplifiers, PLLs, ADC/DACs, mixers, oscillators, filters, and RF front-end components
- Knowledge of reliability and aging analysis (BTI, HCI, EM effects)
- Expertise in building top-level verification environments for IP/subsystems
- Understanding of parasitic effects, PVT variations, and post-layout verification
Soft Skills
- Strong technical leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Good problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Clear communication and documentation skills
- Ability to drive initiatives and influence technical decisions
- Strong ownership and accountability for deliverables
Academics & Experience Level
- Education: B.Tech/M.Tech in Electronics and Communication / Electrical and Electronics or related fields of engineering
- Experience: 8+ years of experience in Semiconductor / EDA domain
Aplyr's read
NXP Semiconductors drives innovation in the automotive and IoT sectors, attracting engineers and tech experts dedicated to cutting-edge semiconductor solutions.
What's promising
- •Strong focus on automotive and IoT markets, driving growth.
- •Global presence offers diverse career opportunities for engineers.
- •Investment in R&D supports innovation and technological advancement.
What to watch
- •Highly competitive semiconductor industry may pressure margins.
- •Dependence on automotive sector exposes company to market fluctuations.
- •Complex global supply chains can lead to operational challenges.
Why NXP Semiconductors
- •Leading provider of secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications.
- •Pioneers in automotive radar and advanced driver-assistance systems.
- •Robust portfolio in secure identification solutions sets it apart.
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About NXP Semiconductors
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company that provides high-performance mixed signal and standard product solutions. The company focuses on automotive, security, and IoT applications.
