Director, Engineering - Filter Design Automation

Director, Engineering - Filter Design Automation

Job Location(s):
Irvine

Posting

Start Date:

6/10/25

Skyworks Solutions is a leading provider of acoustic solutions for mobile devices, wireless infrastructure, and IoT applications. We are seeking a talented and experienced Director to lead our global automation team to enable the design and development of cutting-edge Multilayer Piezoelectric Substrate (MPS), Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) and Bulk Acoustic Wave (BAW) filters with state of the art tools, methodologies and automation.

Reporting directly to the Senior Director of EDA Engineering, this leader will set the tone for technical direction in conjunction with business leaders and other divisional engineering leaders to ensure commercial success of Skyworks' filter design flow. As the MPS, SAW and BAW Filter CAD and EDA Director, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and delivering high-performance filters to meet the demanding requirements of next-generation wireless communication systems and IoT devices.

• Manage a team of EDA engineers and provide technical guidance and mentorship.
• Define and implement EDA strategies and roadmaps for MPS, BAW and SAW filter design, simulation, and verification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including device design, process integration, packaging, and test engineering, to ensure alignment and compatibility of tools and flows across the breadth of filter design.
• Develop and implement advanced design methodologies and techniques to achieve superior filter performance, including improved insertion loss, bandwidth, and selectivity.
• Collaborate closely with RF engineers, material scientists, and process engineers to integrate MPS, SAW and BAW filters into complex system architectures and manufacturing processes.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in filter technology, tools, and semiconductor processes to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Evaluate, benchmark and operationalize software tools specifically tailored for MPS, SAW and BAW filter design to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources effectively to meet project milestones and deliverables.
• Stay informed about industry standards, regulations, and emerging trends related to SAW and BAW filter design and CAD/EDA methodologies.
• Establish and enforce best practices and standards for product development, data management, traceability and quality assurance.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for issues and escalations related to filter design and delivery to customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with academic institutions and research centers to access the latest research and innovations in MPS, BAW and SAW filter design and CAD/EDA methodologies. Collaborate with external partners to identify and explore new opportunities and challenges in the field.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in CAD and EDA for MPS, BAW and SAW filter design and development, in both individual contribution and leadership role.
• Expertise in BAW and SAW filter design principles, modeling, simulation, verification, and testing techniques, including electromechanical, acoustic, and thermal analysis.
• Strong knowledge of BAW and SAW filter fabrication processes, packaging technologies, and reliability issues, and ability to optimize design for manufacturability and performance. Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, and ability to present and communicate complex technical concepts to various audiences, including senior management, customers, and peers.
• Proficiency in tools and platforms, such as Cadence, Mentor, Synopsys, Keysight, Ansys, etc., and ability to customize and automate design flows using scripting languages, such as Python, Perl, Tcl, etc.
• Proven track record in recruiting and managing global teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $170,100 -$339,500 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others.

Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These…