Application Engineer, SW Systems Design

Analog Devices; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision and dental coverage

401k

Paid vacation

Holidays & sick time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in San Jose, California, is seeking an Application Engineer / System Design to join the Power System Management Solutions team. You will evaluate silicon, develop firmware, design evaluation boards, and support customers throughout product development.

The role requires hands-on experience in power electronics and embedded systems, with strong C/C++ and scripting skills, plus excellent problem-solving and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• BSEE with 2+ years of experience in power electronics and embedded systems.
• MSEE preferred with emphasis on embedded systems and power management.
• Experience with microcontroller-based firmware development and PCB design is expected.

Responsibilities

• Silicon bench evaluation for power management solutions.
• Firmware development for power management systems.
• Design and test evaluation boards with embedded controllers.
• Generate reference design reports for customers.
• Review customers' schematics and firmware implementations.
• Technical writing of datasheets and application notes.
• Simulations and lab automation.

Skills

Power electronics fundamentals

Firmware development

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

Lab equipment

Microcontroller-based systems

PCB design

Analog and mixed-signal design

Hardware debugging

Simulation tools

I2C SPI PMBus

Education

BSEE with 2+ years experience

MSEE

Tools

LTSpice

MATLAB

Simplis

Python

Job description

About Analog DevicesAnalog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X .Application SW Systems Design EngineerAnalog Devices' Cloud and Data Center Equipment Business Unit is seeking a motivated and experienced Application Engineer / System Design to join our Power System Management Solutions team based in San Jose, California.This role offers the opportunity to work on industry-leading power system management solutions for hyperscale cloud and AI infrastructure customers.Operating at the intersection of power electronics, embedded systems, and system-level design, the Application Engineer / System Design will play a key role in evaluating new silicon products, system design, developing system-level solutions and firmware for power management applications, designing and validating evaluation boards, supporting customers throughout the product development lifecycle, and creating high-quality technical documentation.The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with a strong foundation in power electronics and embedded systems, demonstrated expertise in firmware development, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for collaborating with cross-functional teams and customers. This position requires a combination of technical depth and system-level thinking to help drive the successful development and adoption of ADI's power system management solutions.Responsibilities include, but not limited to:• Silicon bench evaluation• Firmware development for power management systems• Design and test evaluation boards with embedded controllers• Generate reference design reports for customers• Review customers' schematics and firmware implementations• Technical writing of datasheet and application notes• Simulations and lab automationMinimum qualifications:• BSEE with 2+ years of experience, or MSEE• Fundamentals on power electronics• Experience with microcontroller-based systems and firmware development• Proficiency in C/C++ programming• Experience with lab equipment• Coding experience in Python or similar scripting languagesPreferred qualifications:• MSEE with 3+ years of experience focused on embedded systems• Knowledge on power management ICs• Strong experience with firmware debugging and development tools• Solid understanding of analog and mixed-signal circuit design• Experience with hardware debug/troubleshooting• PCB design experience• Excellent presentation and technical writing skills• Simulation tools Simplis or LTSpice or MATLAB• Proficiency in Python and/or MATLAB or similar scripting languages• Experience with communication protocols (I2C, SPI, PMBus)For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.EEO is the Law: Notice of Applicant Rights Under the Law .Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the timeShift Type: 1st Shift/DaysThe expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $100,266 to $137,892.Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location , experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time , and other benefits.