Senior Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design Specialist

ETH Zürich; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ETH Zürich sucht eine erfahrene Fachkraft für die Leitung der Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design Infrastruktur. Sie arbeiten eng mit Forschern und Studierenden zusammen und verantworten den gesamten Fluss von Konzept bis Tape-out unter NutzungModernster Tools wie Cadence, Synopsys und Mentor Graphics. Die Position erfordert eine nachweisliche Erfolgsbilanz in Analog/Mixed-Signal Tape-outs auf fortgeschrittenen Technologien (z.

B. 22nm/FinFET).

Qualifications

• PhD in Elektrotechnik oder Informatik, 5 Jahre Erfahrung.
• Kenntnisse in IC Design Tools und UNIX.
• Starke Kommunikationsfähigkeiten in Englisch.

Responsibilities

• Sie leiten die Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design Infrastruktur.
• Sie unterstützen Forscher und Studierende bei IC Design Fragen.
• Sie entwickeln und warten Bausteine für Mixed-Signal ICs.
• Sie führen Design-Flows mit Fokus auf Analog/Mixed-Signal durch und nutzen Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics und Open-Source-Tools.
• Sie arbeiten mit Studierenden und Forschenden an IC-Design-Projekten und Chipfinish/MPW-Ansprache.
• Sie entwickeln, adaptieren und warten gemeinsame Bausteine für Mixed-Signal IC-Chips.
• Sie unterstützen Forschungs- und Lehraktivitäten durch Reports und Outreach.
• Sie liefern trainingsmodule und praktische Labor-Sessions für Studierende.
• Sie tragen zur Sichtbarkeit der Gruppe durch Web-Auftritt und Berichte bei.

Skills

Analog/Mixed-Signal Design

Englische Kommunikationsfähigkeit

Education

PhD in Elektrotechnik oder Informatik

Tools

UNIX

Cadence Design System

Synopsys

Mentor Graphics

Job description

ETH Zürich sucht einen Senior Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design Specialist. Diese Position bietet spannende Herausforderungen in einem dynamischen Umfeld.

Aufgaben

• Leitung der Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design Infrastruktur.
• Unterstützung von Forschern und Studierenden bei IC Design Fragen.
• Entwicklung und Wartung von Bausteinen für Mixed-Signal ICs.

Fähigkeiten

• PhD in Elektrotechnik oder Informatik, 5 Jahre Erfahrung.
• Kenntnisse in IC Design Tools und UNIX.
• Starke Kommunikationsfähigkeiten in Englisch.

Senior Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design Specialist

The Microelectronics Design Center (DZ) of the Department of Information Technologies and Electrical Engineering (D-ITET) is a technical support group providing design tools, know-how and licenses for ASIC, FPGA, Embedded Systems and PCB design for research and teaching. This includes consulting, project planning, reviewing of active projects as well as participation in projects. To lead the area of Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design we are seeking a Senior Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design Specialist starting 1st of January 2027 or by mutual agreement.

Job description

• You will be part of an experienced team and be the expert for analog/mixed-signal in the DZ.
• You will own the analog/mixed-signal area of the IC design infrastructure and further develop it with the aim to provide support to researchers and students.
• You will support design flows covering all aspects of IC design with a strong focus on analog/mixed-signal design flows using the latest tools from Cadence Design System, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics and open-source tools.
• You will interact with students and researchers to help them with their IC design related questions, chip finishing and submission of ICs to fabrication through MPW and foundry contacts.
• You will also be asked to develop, adapt and maintain common building blocks for mixed-signal IC chips as well as the development of larger mixed-signal ICs.
• As part of a team supporting research and teaching at ETH Zurich, you will frequently be challenged to develop solutions for systems that stretch the boundaries of conventional approaches.
• You will be asked to help researchers and students through design reviews.
• You will also develop and deliver targeted training modules and hands‑on laboratory sessions for students and researchers in these areas.
• In addition, you will contribute to the group's outreach and visibility by supporting its web presence and preparing periodic activity reports.

Profile

We are looking for an experienced IC designer with strong expertise in analog/mixed-signal design, motivated to work in an environment where creative technical problem-solving supports researchers and students. Given the level and breadth of the technical challenges involved, a PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering is preferred. Candidates should bring at least 5 years of IC design experience, gained in industry or at a qualified research institution, including hands‑on familiarity with tape‑out procedures. A track record of multiple successful analog/mixed-signal tape‑outs across a range of technology nodes, including advanced ones such as 22nm and FinFET, is required, as is experience leading chip tape‑out projects. Proficiency with UNIX, scripting languages, and IC design tools from major EDA vendors is also required. Good written and spoken English is essential for technical collaboration in a multicultural environment. Experience organizing technical training courses and undergraduate laboratory activities is highly desirable. The ideal candidate combines strong communication and technical skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non‑technical audiences and is comfortable taking on a leading and senior technical role within the team.

We offer

We are a small support team of four permanent employees, and are looking forward to add a fifth member to the team. As a support group we expect you to be present mostly in the office to interact with students and research staff, however we can accommodate some home office hours per week as long as it aligns with the rest of the group.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our team. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

We value diversity and sustainability In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate‑neutral future.

Curious? So are we.

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Frank K. Gürkaynak, [phone] or [e-mail].

We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

About ETH Zürich

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting‑edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.