Staff Analog Design Engineer

Elevate Semiconductor; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Performance Bonuses

Free Lunch Catered by LocalRestaurants

Relocation Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Volunteer Days

Private Equity Options

Retirement Plans

Sabbatical Program

Biweekly Phone Stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Elevate Semiconductor in San Diego, CA is seeking a Staff Analog Design Engineer to own major analog circuit blocks and guide silicon delivery.

You will drive architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate with test, applications, and manufacturing teams to deliver high quality ICs. This on-site role requires deep expertise in analog CMOS design and hands-on experience across the IC development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years of professional experience in analog IC design.
• Deep expertise in analog CMOS circuit design and analysis.
• Experience with feedback loop design and stability analysis.
• Experience with industry-standard analog/mixed-signal EDA tools.
• Strong collaboration and communication across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and simulation of complex high-speed CMOS ATE circuits.
• Own analog blocks from architecture to silicon validation.
• Perform layout review and post-layout simulations with corner analysis.
• Drive mixed-signal simulation strategy at channel and chip levels.
• Develop circuit architectures to improve power, performance, and density.
• Mentor Senior and entry-level engineers.
• Collaborate with test, applications, and manufacturing teams.

Skills

Analog CMOS circuit design

Feedback loop design & stability

Cross-functional collaboration

High-speed CMOS design

Mentoring and leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Industry-standard analog/mixed-signal EDA tools

Job description

At Elevate Semiconductor, we empower semiconductor and system test customers by creating world class ICs that tackle the industry’s most complex automated test equipment challenges. Our innovative team designs the lowest power, highest density solutions to reduce cost of test while pushing performance forward.

As a Staff Analog Design Engineer, you will serve as a technical owner for major analog circuit blocks and subsystems. You will drive architecture decisions, mentor junior engineers, and play a key role in delivering high quality silicon.

This role is based in San Diego, CA and requires the individual to be onsite five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and simulation of complex high speed and precision CMOS ATE circuits
• Own analog circuit blocks from architectural definition through silicon validation
• Perform and review layout, verification, and post layout simulations including advanced corner analysis
• Drive mixed signal simulation strategy at channel and chip levels
• Develop innovative circuit architectures to achieve aggressive power, performance, and density targets
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Senior and entry level engineers
• Partner closely with test, applications, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust product delivery

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; Master’s degree preferred
• 8+ years of professional experience in analog IC design
• Deep expertise in analog CMOS circuit design and analysis
• Strong experience with feedback loop design, stability analysis, and compensation techniques
• Proven understanding of the end to end IC development lifecycle
• Extensive hands on experience with industry standard analog and mixed signal EDA tools
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across cross functional teams
• 100% Employer Paid Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Performance Bonuses
• Free Lunch Catered in by Local Restaurants
• Private Equity Options
• Retirement Plans
• Sabbatical Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Volunteer Days
• Relocation Assistance
• Conference Attendance Support
• Biweekly Phone Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program

The salary range for this role is $145,000.00-$195,000.00. Starting salary will be aligned with your relevant experience and demonstrated capabilities during the interview process. Typically, candidates begin at the initial tier of our compensation range, with placement adjusted for candidates presenting extensive directly applicable experience.