High Speed PCB Layout Designer (RF / Optics)

TL;DR

High Speed PCB Layout Designer (RF / Optics): Designing complex multilayer PCB layouts for high-speed optical components and AI datacenter systems with an accent on RF front-end circuits, SERDES interfaces, and tight impedance control. Focus on collaborating with SI/PI and mechanical teams to ensure signal integrity, thermal performance, and manufacturability of dense modules.

Location: Onsite in Ottawa, Canada

Salary: $95,700–$127,600 CAD per annum

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in semiconductor solutions, providing essential infrastructure for cloud, AI, and enterprise architectures.

What you will do

• Design complex multilayer PCB layouts for RF front-end circuits and high-speed SERDES interfaces.
• Collaborate with hardware, SI/PI, and mechanical teams to meet thermal and mechanical constraints.
• Ensure compliance with signal integrity and EMI/EMC requirements.
• Support stack-up definition and material selection for high-frequency performance.
• Work with vendors on DFM and DFA to ensure manufacturability.
• Generate and release fabrication deliverables including Gerbers and assembly documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in PCB layout, specifically with RF circuits at GHz frequencies.
• Deep understanding of controlled impedance, differential pair routing, and grounding strategies.
• Proficiency in Cadence Allegro or Altium Designer.
• Experience with multilayer stack-up design (10+ layers).
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. export control laws.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of high-frequency PCB materials and thermal management.
• Experience with High-Density Interconnect (HDI) designs.
• Familiarity with co-design environments and scripting for workflow automation.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative, transparent, and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a fast-paced industry.
• Access to resources for building transformative technology.

Hiring process

• Interviews evaluate individual experience and communication skills in real time.
• AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews and will result in disqualification.