I applied through university. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Skyworks Solutions (Cedar Rapids, IA) in Feb 2017
Interview
Group first. One on One later. • RF/microwave transistor amplifiers
o Various power amplifier classes – differences/pros/cons
o I/V curves, load lines, operating points, bias
o Low noise amplifier circuits
• Impedance matching using a Smith chart – with inductors, capacitors and transmission lines
• Passive circuits - Filters, duplexers, directional couplers, and other passive RF components/circuits
• S-Parameters
• Use of simulation tools such as ADS or HFSS
• RF test equipment
• Receiver circuits
o Superheterodyne, direct conversion, pros/cons/differences
o Phase noise, Sensitivity, Noise Figure
• Modulation types and PA circuit implications
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
• RF/microwave transistor amplifiers
o Various power amplifier classes – differences/pros/cons
o I/V curves, load lines, operating points, bias
o Low noise amplifier circuits
• Impedance matching using a Smith chart – with inductors, capacitors and transmission lines
• Passive circuits - Filters, duplexers, directional couplers, and other passive RF components/circuits
• S-Parameters
• Use of simulation tools such as ADS or HFSS
• RF test equipment
• Receiver circuits
o Superheterodyne, direct conversion, pros/cons/differences
o Phase noise, Sensitivity, Noise Figure
• Modulation types and PA circuit implications
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Skyworks Solutions (Boston, MA) in Aug 2023
Interview
Get on with RF basics. Should be a smooth sail. Smith chart, filter basics, VNA, Spectrum analyzer basics. Power amplifier basics. Any work experience related questions and also prepare your resume in and out.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Basics of a smith chart? What happens when you have an attenuator and see the s parameters on smith chart?
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Skyworks Solutions (Santa Clara, CA) in Mar 2023
Interview
it was a 3 rounds interview. my friend refered me and they did a phone screen first asking resume. second one was a technical interview mostly smith chart and transmission line questions and third one was a behavioral interview
I applied online. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Skyworks Solutions in Feb 2023
Interview
Round 1 : HR Screening
Round 2: Technical
The interview was virtual and I had a good experience. Ther recruiters were positive and made me comfortable while the whole process went.