Job Title
Analog / RFIC Design Engineer
Location
Milan, Italy
Company Overview
A leading global technology company specialising in advanced communication systems, semiconductor innovation, and next-generation connectivity solutions.
The organisation invests heavily in R&D; and operates at the forefront ofmicrowave, millimetre-wave, and optical communication technologies, developing cutting-edge solutions across telecoms, networking, and high-frequency systems.
Role Overview
The company is seeking an experienced Analog / RFIC Design Engineer to support the design and development of high-performance integrated circuits for advanced optical and communication systems.
You will be part of a fast-paced, international research environment working onstate-of-the-art RF, mmWave, and optical IC technologies, contributing to innovation from concept through to validation.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop high-performance Analog / RFICs for optical transceiver applications
Perform circuit simulation, verification, optimisation, and performance analysis
Collaborate with system engineers to define specifications and target performance
Support and guide layout activities, ensuring high-quality physical implementation
Contribute to feasibility studies and evaluate different design approaches
Share knowledge, best practices, and contribute to innovation within the team
Requirements
~10+ years’ experience in Analog / RFIC design
Strong hands-on experience designing complex, high-performance ICs
Proficiency with Cadence design tools and full design flow (schematic → layout → test)
Experience with CMOS / SiGe BiCMOS technologies
Proven track record delivering IC designs into volume production
Strong understanding of RF/analog design principles and performance optimisation
Ability to work in international, cross-functional teams
Fluent in English
Nice to Have
PhD or MSc in a relevant engineering field
Experience in optical or optoelectronic ICs (e.g. TIAs, drivers)
Exposure t