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Senior Analog IC Design Engineer

Team – R&D Engineering

Location – Cambridge, UK

Contract – Full-time, Permanent

About CGD

Making Sustainable Power Electronics Possible

A spin-out of the Cambridge University, Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) is a fabless semiconductor company that develops a range of energy-efficient GaN-based power devices to make greener electronics possible.

The global power semiconductor market is expected to exceed $50BN. In addition to the multi-million seed fund and Series A and now B private investments, CGD has so far successfully secured four projects funded by iUK, BEIS and EU (Penta). The technical and commercial expertise of the CGD team combined with an extensive track record in the power electronics market has been fundamental in early market traction of our proprietary technology.

Bringing Innovation into Everyday Life

The environmental need for solutions to resolve the world’s most significant challenges (energy consumption and CO2 emissions) inspires us to contribute to society by preserving nature with energy-efficient power solutions.

With a mindset on pushing the limits of semiconductor (GaN) properties and an outstanding team of worldwide experts leveraging knowledge, IP, and decades of research, we demonstrate technological advancement by developing green solutions for everyday electronics, respecting our planet’s natural resources, and creating a more sustainable future for the generations to come.

Why Work for CGD

We Champion Commitment, Celebrate Empowerment, and Reward the Brave.

We are interested in change-makers with a passion for power semiconductors who are willing to explore unconventional ways to meet the company’s green agenda.

At CGD, we pride ourselves on putting empowerment and commitment at the core of our company culture. We offer a relaxed yet productive working environment where everybody is valued and respected and becomes part of commercial success while experiencing professional growth.

If your heart beats for innovation, challenge, and growth, and if the prospect of joining a friendly and game-changing company is for you, we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity

CGD are looking for an experienced Analog IC Design Engineer to join the team. As part of the growing engineering team, you will be responsible for developing new GaN Power IC solutions. In this role, you will be able to develop and use your knowledge of a variety of aspects of semiconductor device development at the forefront of GaN device R&D.

This role is based at the company’s office and lab in Cambridge, UK, although it is expected that some travel will be required from time to time for this role.

Main Responsibilities

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Design and layout of GaN power ICs using EDA tools, including schematic capture, analog simulations, chip layout, DRC, LVS, PEX, PLS
• Design and implement solutions for the testing of GaN Power ICs, conducting tests on wafer level and on packaged devices
• Detailed documentation, chip evaluation and debugging
• Develop SPICE models of GaN ICs
• Generate IP and support management team with patent applications and IP management

Requirements

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering or science subject
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of analog ICs
• Skilled and experienced in the EDA design process including schematic capture, analog simulations, chip layout, DRC, LVS, PEX, PLS
• Good knowledge and understanding of electrical test and characterisation of analog ICs, for prototyping and mass production
• Strong project management skills
• Creative thinker with practical skills and experience
• Inspires confidence in colleagues, partners, and customers Comfortable in a fast paced, start-up environment
• Pro-active by nature, responsive to changing needs of the projects and business
• Good communication and presentation skills
• A mindset for precise and high-quality results
• An eye for detail

Desirable

• Experience in the semiconductor industry preferred 
• Experience with power ICs preferred
• Experience with Cadence Virtuoso and Mentor Calibre preferred

Benefits

• Excellent salary
• Share options scheme available (so you own a piece of the company!)
• Pension scheme (6% Company contribution)
• Life Assurance (3x Salary)
• BUPA Private Medical Insurance
• BUPA Cash Plan (Level 3)
• Flexible working options (both location and times)
• Annual leave allowance of 33 days (including bank holidays)
• Training and development
• Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• IP bonus scheme
• Involvement in collaborative projects and grants with University of Cambridge and other partners
• Recruitment referral bonus
• Regular social events including frequent company lunches, annual summer party, Christmas party, team building and wellbeing activities

We believe in equal opportunities

It takes a diverse and inclusive community of passionate, talented and committed people to build a system to shape the future of power electronics.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all employees. We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do.

We are well set up for collaborative hybrid working, with some members of the team working in the UK office and some from home in the UK and other cities in Europe and Asia.

IC Design Engineer

Location: Cambridge, UK

Department: Development

Reports To: Senior IC Design Manager

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Us:

Forefront RF is an innovative fabless semiconductor company developing cutting-edge RF technology for mobile device manufacturers. Our mission is to revolutionize RF front-end technology by enabling seamless global connectivity – and ultimately, to unlock the long-standing vision of true software-defined radio. We are developing advanced, multi-chip RF modules that integrate adaptive circuitry, digitally controlled components, embedded software, and complex analog/RF designs into highly compact form factors.

Our Values:

We place a strong emphasis on fostering a culture rooted in collaboration , teamwork , and accountability . We believe that when we work together, drawing on each team member’s unique strengths, we can achieve remarkable results.

Our commitment to integrity , respect , honesty , and openness  forms the foundation of our interactions, both within the company and with our valued partners and clients. We encourage ambition , initiative , and visionary thinking , as we understand that these qualities drive innovation and propel us towards success.

In addition, we value adaptability , proactivity , and resilience . We are looking for individuals who are comfortable with ambiguity and can navigate through it, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving.

These values collectively define who we are and want to be as a team and guide us as we navigate the exciting journey ahead. If you align with our mission and values, and are ready to grow with us, we would love to hear from you.

Job Overview:

We are looking for IC Design Engineers  to support the development and simulation of RF silicon ICs for our tunable RF front-end modules. This role is ideal for a motivated graduate or early-career engineer with a strong technical foundation who wants to build a career in RF IC design.

You will work closely with Senior IC Designers to carry out layout tasks, perform circuit and system-level simulations, and help with documentation and measurements. This is a hands-on position that provides an excellent opportunity to learn and grow in a high-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and layout of RF IC building blocks such as LNAs, RF switches, and digitally tunable capacitors (DTCs).
• Support simulation activities, including transistor-level, block-level, and top-level simulations using industry-standard tools.
• Set up and run verification flows (e.g., LVS, DRC, PEX) and document simulation results.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on lab measurements and post-silicon evaluation.
• Contribute to model development and simulation environments for co-simulation with RF modules.
• Support the documentation of test results, design notes, and performance summaries.
• Proactively participate in team discussions and reviews, asking questions and learning from feedback.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, microelectronics, or something similar.
• Exposure to IC design environments, with hands-on experience in Cadence preferred.
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as Spectre, RFPro, or Momentum is a plus.
• Basic understanding of analog/RF concepts and passive/active building blocks.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension contributions
• Company share-option scheme
• Life assurance x4 salary
• Private medical cover
• Income protection
• Healthshield Cashplan
• Heka flex benefits platform with a monthly allowance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Weekly company lunches
• Flexible work hours and remote work options
• 25 days holiday + national holidays

We believe in equal opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

IC Design Engineer

Location: Cambridge, UK

Department: Development

Reports To: Senior IC Design Manager

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Us:

Forefront RF is an innovative fabless semiconductor company developing cutting-edge RF technology for mobile device manufacturers. Our mission is to revolutionize RF front-end technology by enabling seamless global connectivity – and ultimately, to unlock the long-standing vision of true software-defined radio. We are developing advanced, multi-chip RF modules that integrate adaptive circuitry, digitally controlled components, embedded software, and complex analog/RF designs into highly compact form factors.

Our Values:

We place a strong emphasis on fostering a culture rooted in collaboration , teamwork , and accountability . We believe that when we work together, drawing on each team member’s unique strengths, we can achieve remarkable results.

Our commitment to integrity , respect , honesty , and openness  forms the foundation of our interactions, both within the company and with our valued partners and clients. We encourage ambition , initiative , and visionary thinking , as we understand that these qualities drive innovation and propel us towards success.

In addition, we value adaptability , proactivity , and resilience . We are looking for individuals who are comfortable with ambiguity and can navigate through it, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving.

These values collectively define who we are and want to be as a team and guide us as we navigate the exciting journey ahead. If you align with our mission and values, and are ready to grow with us, we would love to hear from you.

Job Overview:

We are looking for IC Design Engineers  to support the development and simulation of RF silicon ICs for our tunable RF front-end modules. This role is ideal for a motivated graduate or early-career engineer with a strong technical foundation who wants to build a career in RF IC design.

You will work closely with Senior IC Designers to carry out layout tasks, perform circuit and system-level simulations, and help with documentation and measurements. This is a hands-on position that provides an excellent opportunity to learn and grow in a high-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and layout of RF IC building blocks such as LNAs, RF switches, and digitally tunable capacitors (DTCs).
• Support simulation activities, including transistor-level, block-level, and top-level simulations using industry-standard tools.
• Set up and run verification flows (e.g., LVS, DRC, PEX) and document simulation results.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on lab measurements and post-silicon evaluation.
• Contribute to model development and simulation environments for co-simulation with RF modules.
• Support the documentation of test results, design notes, and performance summaries.
• Proactively participate in team discussions and reviews, asking questions and learning from feedback.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, microelectronics, or something similar.
• Exposure to IC design environments, with hands-on experience in Cadence preferred.
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as Spectre, RFPro, or Momentum is a plus.
• Basic understanding of analog/RF concepts and passive/active building blocks.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension contributions

• Company share-option scheme
• Life assurance x4 salary
• Private medical cover
• Income protection
• Cashplan
• Heka flex benefits platform with a monthly allowance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Weekly company lunches
• Flexible work hours and remote work options
• 25 days holiday + national holidays

We believe in equal opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

IC Design Engineer

Location: Cambridge, UK

Department: Development

Reports To: Senior IC Design Manager

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Us:

Forefront RF is an innovative fabless semiconductor company developing cutting-edge RF technology for mobile device manufacturers. Our mission is to revolutionize RF front-end technology by enabling seamless global connectivity – and ultimately, to unlock the long-standing vision of true software-defined radio. We are developing advanced, multi-chip RF modules that integrate adaptive circuitry, digitally controlled components, embedded software, and complex analog/RF designs into highly compact form factors.

Our Values:

We place a strong emphasis on fostering a culture rooted in collaboration , teamwork , and accountability . We believe that when we work together, drawing on each team member’s unique strengths, we can achieve remarkable results.

Our commitment to integrity , respect , honesty , and openness  forms the foundation of our interactions, both within the company and with our valued partners and clients. We encourage ambition , initiative , and visionary thinking , as we understand that these qualities drive innovation and propel us towards success.

In addition, we value adaptability , proactivity , and resilience . We are looking for individuals who are comfortable with ambiguity and can navigate through it, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving.

These values collectively define who we are and want to be as a team and guide us as we navigate the exciting journey ahead. If you align with our mission and values, and are ready to grow with us, we would love to hear from you.

Job Overview:

We are looking for IC Design Engineers  to support the development and simulation of RF silicon ICs for our tunable RF front-end modules. This role is ideal for a motivated graduate or early-career engineer with a strong technical foundation who wants to build a career in RF IC design.

You will work closely with Senior IC Designers to carry out layout tasks, perform circuit and system-level simulations, and help with documentation and measurements. This is a hands-on position that provides an excellent opportunity to learn and grow in a high-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and layout of RF IC building blocks such as LNAs, RF switches, and digitally tunable capacitors (DTCs).
• Support simulation activities, including transistor-level, block-level, and top-level simulations using industry-standard tools.
• Set up and run verification flows (e.g., LVS, DRC, PEX) and document simulation results.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on lab measurements and post-silicon evaluation.
• Contribute to model development and simulation environments for co-simulation with RF modules.
• Support the documentation of test results, design notes, and performance summaries.
• Proactively participate in team discussions and reviews, asking questions and learning from feedback.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, microelectronics, or something similar.
• Exposure to IC design environments, with hands-on experience in Cadence preferred.
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as Spectre, RFPro, or Momentum is a plus.
• Basic understanding of analog/RF concepts and passive/active building blocks.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension contributions
• Company share option scheme
• 25 days holiday + national holidays
• Weekly company lunches
• Flexible work hours and remote work options

We believe in equal opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

RF IC Design Engineer – Hybrid (Essex, UK)

An exciting opportunity for a hands-on RF IC Design Engineer to join a growing semiconductor design team working on innovative RF and Analog IC development for next-generation communication technologies.

You’ll be responsible for the design, implementation, and verification of high-performance sub-systems for sub-6GHz RF ICs, collaborating across multi-site teams to deliver right-first-time silicon.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and simulate RF/Analog blocks (LNAs, Mixers, PLLs, Filters, Bias Circuits, etc.)
• Work with SiGe and CMOS technologies using Cadence Virtuoso tools
• Produce detailed design documentation and support product evaluation
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative engineering culture

Requirements:

• Master’s or PhD in Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in RF IC or Analog IC design
• Experience with EM tools, design for manufacture, and IC layout techniques
• Strong understanding of linearity, stability, mismatch, and noise

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Private healthcare, pension, and life insurance
• Beautiful hybrid working environment near Maldon, Essex

If you’re passionate about RF innovation , analog design , and delivering high-performance silicon , we’d love to hear from you.

RF IC Design Engineer – Hybrid (Essex, UK)

An exciting opportunity for a hands-on RF IC Design Engineer to join a growing semiconductor design team working on innovative RF and Analog IC development for next-generation communication technologies.

You’ll be responsible for the design, implementation, and verification of high-performance sub-systems for sub-6GHz RF ICs, collaborating across multi-site teams to deliver right-first-time silicon.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and simulate RF/Analog blocks (LNAs, Mixers, PLLs, Filters, Bias Circuits, etc.)
• Work with SiGe and CMOS technologies using Cadence Virtuoso tools
• Produce detailed design documentation and support product evaluation
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative engineering culture

Requirements:

• Master’s or PhD in Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in RF IC or Analog IC design
• Experience with EM tools, design for manufacture, and IC layout techniques
• Strong understanding of linearity, stability, mismatch, and noise

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Private healthcare, pension, and life insurance
• Beautiful hybrid working environment near Maldon, Essex

If you’re passionate about RF innovation , analog design , and delivering high-performance silicon , we’d love to hear from you.

Our world-leading Semiconductor client has an exciting opportunity for a Senior RF Analog IC Design Engineer to join their radio team in Cambridge.

In this rewarding position the Senior RF Analog IC Design Engineer will work on advanced wireless systems and enjoy good compensation, smart peers, and have a real product impact. The successful candidate will work on a wide range of circuits from RF through to baseband and PLLs, with an emphasis on low power design. The Senior RF Analog IC Designer will drive design from initial architecture through to final delivery of design and enjoy plenty of scope to innovate new techniques to cater for challenging circuit requirements.

The successful candidate will have:

• A BSc / MSc in Electronic Engineering or similar field
• Established industrial experience within analog IC design
• A solid background in mixed-signal/data converter IC design (ADC types: sigma-delta, interleaved, SAR, pipeline, flash)
• Proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso
• Experience with advanced process technologies (22nm, 14nm, 6nm)

You can expect a solid package that includes competitive salary, pension, private healthcare, annual bonus and many other company perks. Join one of the world’s tech leaders and take the next step in your career!

For details, contact Caroline Pye @ IC Resources

This is a remote-working opportunity for a Senior Analog IC Design Engineer to join a leading Semiconductor company based in Edinburgh. Join a world-leader in consumer electronics and enjoy the flexibility of working from home!

Here are the Senior Analog IC Design Engineer you will be responsible for the design, verification and simulation of CMOS analog blocks for power management circuits including voltage references, bias circuits, comparators and amplifiers meeting performance, area and power specifications.

Other responsibilities include:

• Working with block leads to achieve system and design strategy for power management products.
• Producing high quality documentation for own IP blocks
• Taking technical leadership for sub-systems and driving them from specification to production
• Interpreting requirement specifications to achieve system and designing strategy
• Driving silicon debugging and designing characterization
• Driving Lab evaluation in collaboration with Applications Engineers for own design

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Analog IC Design Engineer with experience in ADCs or power management IC design. Excellent communication and team working skills are required, and candidates must be based in the UK.

A very strong base salary is on offer, together with annual bonus plan and stock units.

For details, get in touch!

This is a remote-working opportunity for a Senior Analog IC Design Engineer to join a leading Semiconductor company based in Edinburgh. Join a world-leader in consumer electronics and enjoy the flexibility of working from home!

Here are the Senior Analog IC Design Engineer you will be responsible for the design, verification and simulation of CMOS analog blocks for power management circuits including voltage references, bias circuits, comparators and amplifiers meeting performance, area and power specifications.

Other responsibilities include:

• Working with block leads to achieve system and design strategy for power management products.
• Producing high quality documentation for own IP blocks
• Taking technical leadership for sub-systems and driving them from specification to production
• Interpreting requirement specifications to achieve system and designing strategy
• Driving silicon debugging and designing characterization
• Driving Lab evaluation in collaboration with Applications Engineers for own design

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Analog IC Design Engineer with experience in ADCs or power management IC design. Excellent communication and team working skills are required, and candidates must be based in the UK.

A very strong base salary is on offer, together with annual bonus plan and stock units.

For details, get in touch!