Senior Analog Design Engineer

Cirrus Logic; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mixed-signal technology firm in Chandler, Arizona is looking for a motivated Analog Design Engineer to join its hardware design team. You will be responsible for designing innovative analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits and ensuring their manufacturability. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience with CMOS processes and proficiency in tools like MATLAB and Spectre. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant IC design experience.
• Master's with 3+ years of relevant IC design experience.
• PhD with 0+ years of relevant IC design experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog and mixed-signal IC blocks.
• Define architectures and perform transistor-level design.
• Simulate and verify circuit performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for manufacturable designs.
• Support product validation and characterization.

Skills

CMOS analog design

Mixed-signal IC design

MATLAB

Verilog-A

Device physics

Silicon validation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectre

SystemVerilog

Simulink

Job description

Cirrus Logic is a leading company in mixed-signal technology, and we are looking for a highly motivated Analog Design Engineer to join a collaborative hardware design team. In this role, you will contribute to the design of next‑generation integrated circuits—including data converters, power management, amplifiers, and common analog infrastructure—across advanced CMOS processes. You will participate in the full IC development lifecycle, from concept and architecture through silicon validation and production, working closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions that integrate easily into customer systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog and mixed‑signal IC blocks from concept through production, including data converters, power management, amplifiers, and supporting circuitry in advanced CMOS processes.
• Define architectures, perform transistor‑level design, and create behavioral and system models using tools such as MATLAB, Verilog‑A, SystemVerilog, and Simulink.
• Simulate and verify circuit‑ and chip‑level performance using Spectre and mixed‑signal methods (analog‑on‑top, digital‑on‑top).
• Lead or support layout implementation, post‑layout simulation, and performance optimization, ensuring DRC/LVS closure.
• Perform silicon bring‑up, lab validation, debug, and post‑silicon characterization using standard laboratory instrumentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including digital, layout, test, and systems engineering—to ensure robust, manufacturable designs.
• Support product validation, characterization, and production test development through debug, analysis, and silicon learning.
• Contribute to design reviews, technical documentation, and reusable analog infrastructure or platforms.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field:
  • Bachelor's with 5+ years of relevant IC design experience.
  • Master's with 3+ years of relevant IC design experience.
  • PhD with 0+ years of relevant IC design experience.
• Strong foundation in CMOS analog and mixed‑signal IC design.
• Deep understanding of the analog design flow: architecture, design, integration, verification, and silicon validation.
• Proficiency with analog modeling and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, Spectre, Verilog‑A, SystemVerilog).
• Solid understanding of device physics, noise analysis, stability, and control theory.
• Hands‑on lab experience with silicon debug and validation.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Experience with:
  • Power conversion architectures (inductive and/or capacitive)
  • Deltasigma ADCs/DACs and discrete‑time or continuous‑time signal processing
  • Switched‑capacitor circuits, PLLs, LNAs, and audio‑oriented analog blocks
  • System and behavioral modeling
• Familiarity with reliability topics (ESD, latchup, long‑term device stress).
• Experience across multiple CMOS process nodes and geometry scales.
• Ability to plan, lead, and review analog subsystem designs.

Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas, and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job‑related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.