Senior Research Scientist - Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuits

MediaTek; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 94,000 - 185,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Life and disability insurance

401K

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

MediaTek in West Lafayette, Indiana is seeking an experienced Research Engineer to develop energy-efficient circuits and systems. Responsibilities include exploring technology opportunities, collaborating on innovative designs, and engaging in hands-on research. Candidates should have a strong background in analog/mixed-signal circuits, proven design experience, and a postgraduate degree in electrical engineering. The role offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $94,000-$185,600 and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in analog/mixed-signal systems.
• Strong background in wireless or wireline transceivers design.
• Evidence of innovative contributions through publications or patents.

Responsibilities

• Explore technology and market opportunities for the next 3-10 years.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for new technology development.
• Drive hands-on research from feasibility to implementation.

Skills

Analog/mixed-signal circuits

Technical pitches

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Design automation programming

Job description

Job Description

MediaTek is the world’s fifth largest fabless IC design company, offering a diverse range of products for AI, smartphones, smartwatches, tablets, WiFi, TV, Automotive, data center processing and interconnect, voice assistant devices, drones, navigation systems and so on, most of which have the biggest market share in the world. At MediaTek, we foster a diverse and supportive culture that empowers employees to achieve their ultimate potential. We are ranked second in Newsweek's 2024 list of the World's Most Trustworthy Companies for Technology Hardware and one of Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2024.

The Opportunity: MediaTek is seeking an experienced Research Engineer to drive the next generation energy‑efficient circuits and systems broadly in the field of communication and computing. This is your chance to put your ideas into actions and make a significant impact. Location: West Lafayette, Indiana (MediaTek Technology USA, Inc.)

Specific Responsibilities

• Explore technology and market opportunities for the next 3-10 years.
• Proficient in technical pitches to attain buy‑in from both internal and external customers.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams for new technology development.
• Pioneer architectures, circuits, algorithms, and systems that are ahead of academic research and may ramp to production within a few years. Focus area include energy‑efficient analog/mixed‑signal circuits including analog/digital calibration for wireless and wireline communication systems as well as for novel computing systems.
• Set and maintain detailed technical specifications and schedules.
• Hands‑on research and development from feasibility to implementation of new fundamental IPs and sub‑systems, test strategies, test setup, package‑level integration, PCB design, and characterizations.
• Incubate novel technology and launch new products together with business units.
• Engage and coordinate with university research for long term technology development.

Main Requirements and Qualifications

• Qualifications: Experienced technical contributor with a strong background in analog/mixed‑signal circuits and systems, and broad knowledge of their application across diverse domains.
• Proven track record in designing key components of wireless or wireline transceivers, including analog baseband circuits. Minimum of 5 years of industry experience, ideally balanced between research and product development.
• Clear, current, and consistent record of innovative contributions, evidenced by scientific publications (IEEE publications highly preferred) and granted US patents.
• Completed or imminent postgraduate education in a relevant discipline (Electrical/Electronic Engineering with a concentration in circuit design strongly preferred): Master’s degree (acceptable with strong industry experience) or PhD (preferred).
• Self‑motivated with a mindset to propose innovative initiatives in circuits, algorithms, and systems to enhance MediaTek's technology leadership.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take full accountability and ownership of tasks.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented.
• Preferred Knowledge and Skills: Proficient in analog/mixed‑signal design environments, simulations and IC layout.
• Reasonable knowledge in RF wireless and high‑speed wireline communication systems, such as link budgeting.
• Familiar with design and production in different process technologies including advanced FinFET nodes.
• Broad technical breadth involving data converters, electromagnetics, high frequency/high‑speed design & measurements, machine learning; digital communication, digital signal processing, heterogeneous integration, semiconductor device physics.
• Familiar with programming and scripting for design automation.
• Don’t miss this outstanding opportunity to join MediaTek and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in technology.

Pay range and compensation package: Base Salary range: $94,000- $185,600. Employee may be eligible for performance bonus. Actual total compensation will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience and qualifications. In addition, MediaTek Technology provides a variety of benefits including comprehensive health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), parental leave, 401K and more.

Equal Opportunity Statement: MediaTek Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.