Engineer, Analog Design

Semtech; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staff Engineer in Analog Design to join their dynamic team in Ottawa. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in analogue circuit design to contribute to innovative chip design projects that are pivotal for advancements in datacenters and 5G technology. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring that designs meet specifications while continuously improving overall architecture. This position offers the chance to work with a world-class team and make a significant impact in the field of high-speed IC development. If you are passionate about analog design and eager to drive innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in Analog IC design required.
• Strong understanding of CMOS/BiCMOS analogue circuit design practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality designs within specified timelines.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver IC Products.
• Lead critical module developments and innovate architecture.

Skills

Analogue IC design

CMOS/BiCMOS circuit design

RF analogue circuit design

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Circuit simulation tools

Layout development tools

Job description

Location: Ottawa, Ontario (Hybrid: 2 days remote, 3 days in office)

Our Team:
Semtech Corporation is a leading global supplier of high-performance analog and mixed-signal semiconductors and advanced algorithms for infrastructure, high-end consumer and industrial equipment. We have 60 years of experience designing and manufacturing proprietary platforms differentiated by innovation, size, efficiency, performance, and reach. Original equipment manufacturers and their suppliers for automotive, broadcast equipment, data centers, passive optical networks (PONs), industrial, Internet of Things (IoT), LCD TVs, smartphones, tablets, wearables, and wireless infrastructure applications use our balanced portfolio of semiconductor products.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to work with a world-class IC development team based in Stansted, UK and Ottawa, Canada, with a track record of success in China, the US, and the rest of the world. We develop transimpedance amplifier (TIA) and laser driver (LD) ICs for applications up to 200G, that are fundamental to the growth of datacenters, 5G wireless, and fiber to the home. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Technical Design Engineering, you will work with the existing team on the development and design of high-speed IC products, from initial concept through to volume production.

Job Summary:
As the Staff Engineer, Analog Design, you will be a trusted member of the core team who has a deep and intuitive level of expertise in the technicality of circuit and block design. You will continuously look to improve overall architecture and be able to contribute to chip design projects running across teams.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality designs within specified timelines which meet the required specifications defined by Marketing/Product Definition.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, applications, validation, reliability, and product/test engineering) to deliver IC Products.
• Take on full ownership of significant subsystems including evaluation of specs, design and simulation of the circuits, supervision of the layouts, documentation, and presentation of design performance reports.
• Lead critical module developments.
• Proactively and continuously work to innovate and improve the overall architecture.
• Work closely with the Validation engineers to ensure the simulated design performance matches with lab measurements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant field.
• 2-5 years of relevant industry experience in Analog IC design.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to excel in a team environment.
• Proven ability to communicate and present complex concepts in a clear and professional manner.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Deep and intuitive understanding of CMOS/BiCMOS analogue circuit design practice.
• RF (10GHz +) analogue circuit design experience.
• Experience of RF/Analog layout techniques (Floorplan, routing parasitics, matching, ESD, crosstalk, IR drop, etc.) in order to guide and review layout development.