Analog Mixed-Signal Design Engineer

European Tech Recruit; Aachen; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm in Aachen is seeking a Senior Consultant to drive innovation in semiconductor solutions. This role involves designing high-performance data converters and collaborating on all phases of chip development. Candidates should have strong hands-on experience in analog design and programming skills in MATLAB and Python. Join a dynamic team shaping the future of wireless communications.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of ADCs, DACs, PLLs, DLLs, etc.
• Extensive experience with EDA tools.
• Proven laboratory experience in measurement and debugging.
• Strong programming skills in MATLAB and Python.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-performance data converters.
• Engage in all phases of chip development.
• Perform characterization of data converter chipsets.
• Define and execute test plans for IP characterization.
• Collaborate on test development and chip bring-up.

Skills

Strong understanding of analog/mixed-signal blocks

Experience with EDA tools, especially Cadence Virtuoso

Laboratory experience in measurement and debugging

Proficiency in MATLAB and Python

Excellent communication skills in English

Education

Ph.D. or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Waveform generators

Signal generators

Job description

Direct message the job poster from European Tech Recruit

Senior Consultant | Semiconductor, Automotive Tech, Embedded Systems, Software Engineering, C-Suite

Join a pioneering semiconductor start-up born from ground-breaking academic research, now driving innovation in next-generation wireless communication technology. With patented technology at its core, the company is pushing the boundaries of performance and efficiency for wireless infrastructure equipment and devices.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled team working on the forefront of analog/mixed-signal design for advanced communication systems. You will work on ultra-efficient chips within a collaborative and fast-paced environment where your contributions directly shape high-impact technology.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-performance data converters and other analog/mixed-signal circuits.
• Engage in all phases of chip development, from concept to post-silicon validation.
• Perform characterization of data converter chipsets and support system-level integration.
• Define and execute test plans and programs for IP characterization.
• Collaborate with test engineers on test development and chip bring-up activities.
• Gain deep insight into data converter systems for wireless communication applications.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of analog/mixed-signal blocks: ADCs, DACs, PLLs, DLLs, filters, active mixers, driver stages, biasing circuits, LDO regulators, OpAmps, comparators, switched-cap circuits.
• Extensive experience with EDA tools, especially Cadence Virtuoso, with a track record of successful tapeouts.
• Proven laboratory experience in measurement, debugging, automation, and analog IP characterization.
• Proficiency in using lab equipment (spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, signal generators, etc.).
• Strong programming skills, particularly in MATLAB and Python.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken).
• Ph.D. or Master’s in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with relevant hands-on experience.

If you are motivated, skilled, and eager to work on technology that will shape the future of wireless communications — apply now or email your CV to [e-mail] to learn more.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design and Engineering

Industries

• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
• Telecommunications

Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany