I/O Design Engineer

Socket.dev; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Broadcom is seeking an I/O Design Engineer in Chandler, AZ to contribute to analog and mixed-signal IC design, IP and I/O development, and silicon bring-up in collaboration with a world-class team. The role emphasizes layout collaboration, verification, and model creation, with a path for growth in advanced nodes and PPA tradeoffs.

Candidates should have 6+ years of relevant experience and strong Cadence Virtuoso proficiency.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering.
• 6+ years of I/O or analog circuit design experience.
• Deep proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso Schematic/Layout capture and SPICE/Spectre circuit simulation.
• Solid foundation in I/O protocols including GPIO, I2C, I3C, eMMC, RGMII and SPMI.
• Familiarity with ESD, Latch-up, EMI and Signal Integrity.
• Experience with advanced CMOS FinFET and GAA process nodes.

Responsibilities

• Design CMOS I/O, high-precision bandgap references, op-amps, comparators and POR circuits.
• Run simulations to validate AC/DC performance, SI, jitter and power.
• Perform transistor reliability and EMIR analysis.
• Collaborate with layout teams to oversee physical design and verification.
• Build Verilog, Liberty and IBIS models.
• Create and maintain datasheets, app notes and integration guides.
• Support chip-level integration and silicon bring-up in test chips and customer products.

Skills

I/O circuit design

Analog IC design

GPIO/I2C/I3C

eMMC/RGMII/SPMI

FinFET/GAA

Cadence Virtuoso

Education

MS in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

SPICE/Spectre

Job description

Job Description:

Role Overview

Broadcom’s Central Engineering Group is seeking an I/O Design Engineer with experience in analog and mixed-signal IC design. The candidate will contribute to the design and verification of a broad range of IP and I/Os, including leading-edge AI programs on advanced nodes. Joining a world-class team of engineers with a highly collaborative culture, the role offers opportunities for growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Design of CMOS I/O, high-precision bandgap references, op-amps, comparators and power-on-reset circuits.
• Run simulations to validate AC/DC performance, signal integrity, jitter and power.
• Perform transistor reliability and EMIR analysis.
• Work closely with layout teams to oversee physical design and verification.
• Build Verilog, Synopsys Liberty and IBIS models.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including datasheets, application notes and integration guides.
• Support chip-level integration and silicon bring-up in test chips and customer products.

Technical Skills and Requirements

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering.
• 6+ years of I/O or analog circuit design experience.
• Deep proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso Schematic/Layout capture and SPICE/Spectre circuit simulation.
• Solid foundation in I/O protocols including GPIO, I2C, I3C, eMMC, RGMII and SPMI.
• Familiarity with ESD, Latch-up, EMI and Signal Integrity.
• Experience with advanced CMOS FinFET and GAA process nodes, including features, technology limitations and PPA tradeoffs.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 109,700.00 To USD 175,500.00

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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