Staff Analog/Mixed-Signal Design Engineer

Analog Devices; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 131,285 - 190,108; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and sick leave

Discretionary performance-based bonus

Job summary

A leading semiconductor firm in San Diego is looking for a talented Electrical Engineer to develop advanced data converters. The role requires an M.S. in Electrical Engineering and over 5 years of experience in CMOS design. Candidates should have a strong grasp of circuits and experience with tools like Cadence and MATLAB. The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and a suite of benefits including medical coverage and a performance-based bonus. Join a collaborative team where innovation thrives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in CMOS design.
• Strong understanding of a wide range of circuits like amplifiers and comparators.
• Experience in high-speed data converter or SerDes PHY design is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers to implement key circuit blocks.
• Design challenging transistor-level circuits.
• Prepare effective design documents and conduct design reviews.

Skills

CMOS design

Transistor-level circuit design

Signal processing

Written and verbal communication

Education

M.S. or beyond in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence

SPICE simulation

MATLAB

Job description

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

Advanced Cores Group

ADI’s Advanced Cores Group (ACG) is a world leader in developing high-speed data converters and related technology. ACG has an excellent track record of producing breakthrough, innovative technologies including RF DACs and ADCs, and SerDes PHYs, in cutting-edge FinFET processes for integration into highly sophisticated system-on-chip (SoC) products. The converter cores have won industry and academic recognition in publications and at conferences. Our cores are integrated into products for a variety of end applications, including Automotive, Aerospace and Defense, Communications, and Instrumentation. Be part of the excitement, bringing your ideas into reality in an environment where you’re encouraged and challenged to reach your full potential.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

In this role, you will work with a highly capable team developing our most advanced converters. You should exhibit a strong, intuitive capability in solving complex challenges. Self-motivation and the ability to work effectively within a geographically diverse team will also be important. Your work will include:

• Collaborating with a team of other designers to implement key circuit blocks within a defined architecture
• Comprehending system level impacts of block level parameters and making trade-offs as needed
• Designing challenging transistor-level circuits
• Preparing effective design documents and conducting engaging design reviews
• Guiding layout, evaluation, and test engineering teams

Qualifications

• M.S. or beyond in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years’ experience in CMOS design
• Strong understanding of a wide range of circuits such as wide bandwidth amplifiers and comparators, switched capacitor circuits, precision voltage and current references, LDOs.
• While not a must, experience in high-speed data converter or SerDes PHY design is a strong plus.
• Experience in Cadence schematic capture and SPICE simulation tools.
• Signal processing knowledge is a strong plus, particularly as it relates to calibration algorithms.
• Experience with MATLAB, for example used as a behavioral modeling tool.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work in a large team.

What’s in it for you

At Analog Devices (ADI), you’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry to tackle complex real-world challenges that matter—from autonomous vehicles and drones to smart factories, augmented reality, and remote healthcare solutions. We foster a culture built on shared goals, continuous learning, and a healthy work-life balance. Here, your growth is our priority. We invest in your development and celebrate our collective success because we believe that empowered, intellectually curious individuals are the key to our innovation and leadership. Come be part of a team where your ideas make an impact, your well‑being is valued, and your career can thrive.

Hybrid work model, home and in-office opportunities vary depending on job function and group.

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), HSA, HCSA, DCSA, paid leaves and vacation, disability, life insurance, employee assistance, tuition reimbursement, back‑up childcare, ESPP, bonus.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

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Required Travel: No

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $131,285 to $190,108.

Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.

This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.

This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.