Analog Design Engineer - Sr Staff

TDK InvenSense; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable bonus programs

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

TDK InvenSense in San Jose, CA is seeking a Senior Engineer to design and verify analog/mixed-signal ICs for motion sensors. This role offers a great opportunity to work on innovative sensor technologies.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IC design, with a strong focus on low-power performance. Competitive pay from $140,000 to $180,000 is accompanied by a hybrid work requirement and the potential for bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum MSEE +8 Years or PhD EE +5 Years of industry experience in analog or mixed-signal CMOS circuit design.
• Proven track record of designing low-power, low-noise precision switched-capacitor analog amplifiers.
• Diligent, detail-oriented, and competent in process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and verify analog/mixed-signal IC designs for motion sensor products.
• Collaborate with MEMS design team to evaluate system-level trade-offs.
• Guide layout engineers on physical design.

Skills

Analog or mixed-signal CMOS circuit design

Designing low-power, low-noise precision amplifiers

Effective communication skills

Education

MSEE with 8 years or PhD EE with 5 years of experience

Tools

Matlab

Lab and test equipment

Job description

Founded in 2003, InvenSense Inc., a TDK Group Company, is the world’s leading provider of MEMS sensor platforms. InvenSense’s vision of Sensing Everything™ targets the consumer electronics and industrial markets with integrated Motion and Sound solutions. Our solutions combine MEMS (micro electrical mechanical systems) sensors, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, compasses, and microphones with proprietary algorithms and firmware that intelligently process, synthesize, and calibrate the output of sensors, maximizing performance and accuracy. InvenSense’s motion tracking, audio and location platforms, and services can be found in many of the world’s largest and most iconic brands including smartphones, tablets, wearables, drones, gaming devices, internet of things, automotive products, and remote controls for smart TVs.

InvenSense is headquartered in San Jose, CA and has offices in Boston, China, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, France, Canada, Slovakia, and Italy. We’re looking for top-notch Engineers to join our global team. If you’re interested in being a part of our journey and helping us grow to become the leading provider of SoC platform solutions, we definitely want to hear from you.

• Design, implement and verify analog / mixed-signal IC designs for various motion sensor products.
• Evaluate system-level trade-offs for next-generation sensor interfaces and identify IC architectures in collaboration with the MEMS design team to meet performance requirements.
• Interface with digital design engineers to define and optimize sensor architectures and digital signal processing circuits.
• Guide layout engineers on physical design. Review layouts and provide feedback for optimal layout design.
• Tape-out designs on-schedule adhering to required specifications.
• Evaluate and validate designs in the lab and identify any deviations from requirements and implement corrective actions.
• Perform other duties and tasks (e.g.: RMA debug) that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Minimum MSEE +8 Years or PhD EE +5 Years of industry experience in analog or mixed-signal CMOS circuit design.
• Thorough understanding of analog and mixed signal systems and micro-architecture trade-offs. Demonstrated ability to develop micro-architectures and high level Matlab system models.
• Proven track record of designing low-power, low-noise, precision switched-capacitor CMOS analog amplifier (OPAMP), or analog-to-digital converter (ADC) for high volume manufacturing.
• Strong skills in designing various analog/mixed-signal blocks including:
• MEMS sense amplifiers (precision switched-capacitor OPAMP)
• Bandgap references
• Charge pumps
• Experience as IC lead on at least one project with demonstrated success.
• Experience with design for test approaches and development of characterization and production test plans.
• Lab and test equipment skills for the debug, characterization, and validation of designs.
• Effective and clear written and oral communication skills.
• Diligent, detail-oriented, and willing to take the initiatives for process and flow improvements.

The starting annual base pay for this role ranges between USD $140,000.00 and $180,000.00. The actual base pay is dependent on various factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market conditions. This range is subject to change and may be adjusted in the future.

This position is open to candidates based in San Jose, CA with a hybrid work requirement (on-site presence required). The role is also eligible for variable bonus programs and benefits.