RF Engineer

Overview

Two full-time fixed-term positions for 3 years at Camperdown Campus. Work with leading researchers and industry partners in wireless communications as Radio Frequency (RF) Engineers in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Sydney. The Telecommunication research area has an international reputation in wireless communications and signal processing.

Base salary will be at the level of HEO 7 (A$117,133–$127,610) or HEO 8 (A$131,108–$147,858) plus 17% superannuation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RF and analogue integrated circuit blocks such as power amplifiers, LNAs, and front-end modules.
• Perform schematic design, simulation, and optimisation at transistor level using industry-standard EDA tools.
• Conduct post-layout verification and support tape-out activities.
• Participate in measurement and characterisation of fabricated ICs, including on-wafer testing.
• Contribute to practical IC design methodologies and workflow development.
• Collaborate with internal research teams and external industry partners to deliver project outcomes.
• Manage competing deadlines and contribute to multiple concurrent projects.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in electrical engineering, microelectronics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Proven experience in RF or analogue IC design.
• Strong understanding of transistor-level circuit design and RF fundamentals.
• Experience with circuit simulation tools such as Cadence, ADS, or similar.
• Familiarity with CMOS or BiCMOS technologies.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Preferred experience

• Experience in power amplifier, LNA, or RF front-end design.
• Exposure to RF measurement techniques such as load-pull and S-parameter characterisation.
• Experience with IC layout and awareness of parasitic effects.
• Experience prior to tape-out or silicon validation.
• Experience working with industry partners or within an IC design environment.

Appointment and Work Rights

Appointment will be made at either HEO 7 or HEO 8 classification level depending on the candidate’s profile and experience. You must have appropriate work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is available for appointments at the HEO8 level.

Pre-employment checks and safety

Your employment is conditional upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role. You may be asked to declare any investigations or findings related to sexual harm or gender-based violence in your past employment or legal processes. Ongoing employment is conditional upon maintaining all relevant clearances and background check requirements.

Equity and diversity

Our values include diversity and inclusion. We strive to reflect the wider community and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We are recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter and CV) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or documents in alternate formats, contact Deepna Chand, Recruitment Operations (email: [email protected]).

Additional information

Applications Close Sunday 16 August 2026 11:59 PM. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. For more information, visit the University of Sydney website.

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