Sr. Analog Design Engineer

Credo Semiconductor, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

Credo Semiconductor, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Analog Design Engineer for its R&D team in California to focus on IC development for SerDes products.

You will work with advanced CMOS tech on analog and mixed-signal blocks and contribute to independent design. The ideal candidate has an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years IC development experience with CMOS, and proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys Custom Compiler, MATLAB, and Verilog.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with emphasis on CMOS analog/mixed‑signal IC design.
• Five or more years of experience in IC development with advanced CMOS technology; familiarity with FinFET process.
• Proficiency with analog/mixed‑signal circuits such as op‑amps, bandgap, regulators, comparators, equalization circuits, PLL/DLL, and phase interpolators.

Responsibilities

• Design analog and mixed‑signal blocks for SerDes technology.
• Use CAD tools to run circuit simulations and analyze results.
• Work with layout engineers on physical layout and perform post‑layout simulations.
• Test and debug designs when silicon returns.
• Prepare and maintain design documentation.

Skills

Analog/mixed-signal design

CMOS IC design

SerDes knowledge

layout verification

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Synopsys Custom Compiler

MATLAB

Verilog

Job description

Credo is seeking a Sr. Analog Design Engineer for our R&D team. In this role, you will focus on IC development for our SerDes (Serializer/Deserializer) products. You will have the opportunity to work with the most advanced CMOS technology on various analog and mixed‑signal circuit blocks. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of analog/mixed‑signal IC design and be able to work independently.

Base salary range is $138,000 to $218,000 a year. The base salary offer will depend on factors such as education, experience, training, skills, qualifications, and location. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity and a full range of medical and other benefits.

Why Credo

• Purpose: We invest in what matters. From meaningful-future shaping projects to competitive compensation, we empower you to grow your career while making a lasting impact.
• People: Connection starts within. We collaborate, celebrate wins, and create an environment where everyone can do their best work.
• Possibilities: Our belief shapes what’s next. Our technology powers the most reliable and energy-efficient connections around the world – and our team powers new products and markets that come next.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with emphasis on CMOS analog/mixed‑signal IC design.
• Five or more years of experience in IC development with advanced CMOS technology; familiarity with FinFET process.
• Strong knowledge of analog/mixed‑signal circuits such as op‑amps, bandgap, regulators, comparators, equalization circuits, PLL/DLL, and phase interpolators.
• Proficiency with EDA tools including Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys Custom Compiler, MATLAB, and Verilog.
• Hands‑on experience from block definition through design, simulation, layout, and verification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SerDes system design.
• Mandarin proficiency strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design analog and mixed‑signal blocks for SerDes technology.
• Use CAD tools to run circuit simulations and analyze results.
• Work with layout engineers on physical layout and perform post‑layout simulations.
• Test and debug designs when silicon returns.
• Prepare and maintain design documentation.

About Credo

Credo’s mission is to transform connectivity at scale through fast, reliable, and energy-efficient system solutions. Our high-speed copper and optical interconnect products deliver industry-leading power and performance at up to 1.6T to meet the ever-expanding data infrastructure demands of AI.

Our product portfolio includes ZeroFlap (ZF) Active Electrical Cables (AECs) and ZF optical transceivers, OmniConnect memory solutions, and a suite of retimers and DSPs for optical and copper Ethernet and PCIe, all leveraging the PILOT diagnostic and analytics software platform. Credo innovations enable our customers to connect the systems that connect the world.

Credo is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email [e-mail].