Staff Engineer, Analog Design Engineering

1010 Analog Devices Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. is seeking a Staff Analog Design Engineer to lead complex analog and mixed-signal IC design, providing technical leadership and mentoring across multi-disciplinary teams.

You will influence architecture decisions and collaborate with layout, test, and software groups to ensure high-performance, reliable products across applications and markets. The role demands deep technical expertise in analog/mixed-signal design, with a track record of delivering innovative solutions, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering
• 7+ years of relevant experience in analog circuit design
• Design experience in FinFet Lab and high-frequency measurement
• Lab skills with spectrum analyzer and related tools
• Publication record or patents in analog/mixed-signal design

Responsibilities

• Circuit Design and Simulation: Design and develop sophisticated analog and mixed-signal ICs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with system/architecture, layout, product engineering, test, applications and software teams.
• Mentorship and Knowledge Transfer: Guide junior engineers and review their work.
• Innovation and Problem Solving: Develop new theories, methods, and architectural approaches to solve design challenges.

Skills

Analog Circuits Design

Circuit Architecture Development

Simulation Modeling and Analysis

Integrated Circuit Layout

CMOS Technology

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPICE

MATLAB

Cadence Design Suite

Job description

About Analog Devices 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.

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Staff Analog Design Engineer

About the Role

As a Staff Analog Design Engineer at Analog Devices, you will lead the design and development of complex analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits, working with significant latitude to solve challenging technical problems. You'll provide technical leadership on critical projects, contribute to architectural decisions, and mentor less experienced engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role requires deep technical expertise combined with broader business understanding to drive innovation and ensure successful product delivery across multiple applications and markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Circuit Design and Simulation: Design and develop sophisticated analog and mixed-signal ICs. Perform advanced block and transistor-level design, simulation, evaluation, and debugging to ensure optimal performance across process, voltage, and temperature variations. Circuit examples include PLL, high speed clock distribution, mixers, amplifiers, ADC/DAC, LDO and bias.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with system/architecture team, layout team, product engineering, test engineers, applications and software team to ensure designs meet performance objectives and business goals
• Mentorship and Knowledge Transfer: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, reviewing their work and contributing to their professional development
• Innovation and Problem Solving: Contribute to the development of new theories, methods, and architectural approaches to solve complex design challenges

Must Have Skills

• Analog Circuits Design: Expert-level ability to design and analyze complex analog circuits, examples include PLL, amplifiers, or ADC/DAC with the skill to optimize designs for specific applications and lead architectural decisions
• Circuit Architecture Development: Demonstrated ability to develop innovative circuit architectures that balance performance requirements with practical implementation constraints and business objectives
• Simulation Modeling and Analysis: Advanced proficiency with simulation tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, and Cadence Design Suite to validate complex designs across various conditions and lead statistical validation efforts
• Integrated Circuit Layout: Deep understanding of physical IC layout considerations and experience optimizing layouts for performance, including guiding layout engineers on critical aspects
• CMOS Technology: Comprehensive knowledge of CMOS circuit design principles and implementation techniques for integrated circuits with the ability to make architectural tradeoffs.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field 7+ years of relevant experience in analog circuit design Design experience in FinFet Lab skill in high frequency measurement using spectrum analyzer etc. Publication record or patents in analog/mixed-signal design

Why You'll Love Working at ADI

At Analog Devices, you'll be part of a collaborative and innovative team that's shaping the future of technology. We offer a supportive environment focused on professional growth, competitive compensation and benefits, work-life balance, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact on the world. Your expertise will shape the future of technology, and you'll be supported by a culture that values continuous advancement and professional growth. Join us and help create the technologies that bridge the physical and digital worlds, making a tangible difference in how people live, work, and connect.

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. EEO is the Law: Notice of Applicant Rights Under the Law.

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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, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible.