Cambridge Terahertz · 2 months ago
RFIC/mmW Design Engineer
Cambridge Terahertz, based in Santa Clara, CA, is pioneering next-generation security with advanced Terahertz imaging technology. They are seeking an RFIC/mmW Design Engineer to collaborate with domain experts on prototyping, validating, and productizing custom high-frequency integrated circuits.
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Responsibilities
Physical Design: Execute layout, extraction, and tapeout of RFICs using deep submicron CMOS, SOI, or similar processes; manage parasitic modeling and EM verification
EDA Tool Utilization: Work daily with Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor, Ansys, and industry-standard simulation/layout suites
Lab Testing: Set up hands-on lab experiments for silicon validation—using network analyzers, probe stations, and measurement equipment to characterize chips and system blocks
Cross-functional Collaboration: Interface with software, hardware, and test engineers to deliver robust system-level solutions, from schematic through shippable product
Documentation & Review: Prepare design documentation, participate in and lead technical reviews, and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering flows
Qualification
Required
Green card holder or US Citizen
Experience executing multiple integrated circuit tapeouts in deep-submicron processes
Strong expertise in RF/microwave and analog circuit design
Practical proficiency with EDA tools (Synopsys, Calibre/ICV, SPICE, EM simulators)
Hands-on experience characterizing chips in lab settings—measurement of S-parameters, NF, P1dB, etc
Excellent documentation, teamwork, and communication skills
Strong communication and team collaboration skills
Leadership skills, ability to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment
M.S. or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (focus on RFIC/Mixed Signal design preferred)
Preferred
Previous internship/research in RFIC or mmWave/THz silicon implementation
Experience with chip bring-up and debug in a lab
Broad understanding of RF parameters and their physical measurement
Familiarity with electromagnetics modeling tools such as RFPro and HFSS
Demonstrated flexibility in switching between design, simulation, layout, and lab work
Experience working in deeptech hardware startups
Experience with semiconductor packaging
Benefits
Competitive base salary, health and retirement benefits, equity in a rapidly growing company.
Fast-paced, high-impact environment with mentorship from top-tier experts.
Opportunity to work at the bleeding edge of wireless and imaging silicon technology.
Company
Cambridge Terahertz
Cambridge Terahertz is a technology company that offers SaaS applications, REST APIs, and 3D imaging systems.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$12.01MKey Investors
Felicis
2025-07-21Seed· $12.01M
2023-08-15Pre Seed
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