Lead Analog IC Designer

Posted:
12/3/2025, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
San Jose, California, United States ⋅ California, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

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Job description:

The lead Analog IC Designer is responsible for the design and development of analog/mixed signal IC circuit blocks from initial concept/specification through final verification of conformance to customer specifications.

  • Candidate’s background should include a minimum of 3 years of experience in CMOS SerDes or high-speed I/O IC design and development
  • Working knowledge of a set of common SerDes standards and their electrical requirements is a plus
  • Proficient design experience in most of the following SerDes circuit blocks: Driver; Receiver; Serializer; Deserializer; Phase Interpolator; PLL; High Speed Clock Distribution; ADC and DAC; Bias and Bandgap; and Voltage Regulators
  • Excellent problem solving skills, analog aptitude, good communication skills, and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
  • Position requires proficiency in using CAD tools for circuit simulation, layout, and physical verification
  • Cadence tool experience, lab test experience, and design experience at >112Gbps and in <7nm technologies are a plus
  • MS or PhD in EE

The annual salary range for California is $114,800 to $213,200. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.

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