MMIC Design Engineer

Locations: Ottawa, ON or Richmond, BC (In-Person)

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Competitive Salary (commensurate with experience) + Stock Options

We are seeking a talented and motivated Mm-Wave IC Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a critical part in designing cutting‑edge integrated circuits for next‑generation wireless communications (5G and beyond).

We are looking for someone with a principal‑engineer mindset—capable of driving high‑quality independent work while collaborating closely with a fast‑paced, product‑driven design team. We have multiple seniority levels open and will align the title and responsibilities with the candidate's depth of experience.

• IC Design & Simulation: Perform comprehensive IC simulations and optimizations within Cadence, ADS, and HFSS environments.
• Layout & Schematic Ownership: Drive the complete design schematic, simulation, and methodologies for complex Mm‑Wave and analog layouts.
• Architecture Development: Apply advanced circuit architectures to design core blocks, including LNAs, Mixers, Phase Shifters, Power Amplifiers (PAs), Drivers, and VGAs, with a specific focus on 5G applications.
• Testing & Evaluation: Engage in hands‑on IC laboratory testing and characterization.
• Collaboration & Client Support: Work closely with cross‑functional design teams and interface directly with customers to define and meet performance requirements.

• Education: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetics, or a related field (Ph.D. highly preferred).
• Experience: 3–5 years of industrial experience in RFIC/Mm‑Wave design preferred.
• Track Record: A proven history of successful tape‑outs or exceptional performance in Mm‑Wave circuits engineering.

• Technologies: Deep, recent RFIC design experience in RFSOI / CMOS technologies.
• Circuit Knowledge: Practical experience with RF Switches, PAs, LNAs, variable/programmable attenuators, phase shifters, and power combining networks.
• Advanced Architectures: Knowledge of large‑scale phased array transceiver architectures or beamforming techniques is a strong asset.

• EDA & Design Environments: Proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso, ADS, H‑SPICE, Laker ADP, and Verilog/Verilog HDL for digital/mixed‑mode systems.
• EM Simulation: Experience with EM modeling tools such as Ansoft HFSS, Sonnet, CST, or WIPL‑D.
• Lab Equipment: Prior experience utilizing standard RF/Mm‑Wave IC laboratory test equipment.

• Fast‑Paced Execution: Proven ability to thrive in a rapid, product‑paced environment with strict project schedules and deliverables.
• Dedication: High accountability and flexibility to support critical project milestones when necessary.
• Communication: Fluency in English (written and verbal) is required. Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate seamlessly with local and remote teams.

• Competitive salary and performance-based equity (Stock Options).
• Extended Health Care benefits package.
• Life Insurance coverage.
• On‑site parking at our Ottawa and Richmond/Vancouver offices.

Please note:

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.