Analog Mixed-Signal Design Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an Analog Mixed-Signal Design Engineer to join a close-knit team and help build next-generation ASICs. This is a highly hands-on role for someone who wants to apply and showcase their breadth and depth of knowledge in chip design.

Responsibilities

• Document all aspects of design, and treat documentation as first-class citizen.
• Apply spec-driven methodology to ensure scalable, consistent, and reproducible design.
• Design high-precision, low-noise, ultra-low-power analog and mixed-signal circuits – e.g., bandgap reference, clocks, IO, PLLs, ADCs.
• Model circuits in Verilog-A/AMS, Verilog, and/or System Verilog.
• Lead and participate in design reviews.
• Collaborate closely with layout, digital, and test engineers.

Qualifications

• MS with 8+ years, or PhD with 5+ years of experience in AMS IC design/verification with multiple successful tapeouts.
• Experience with BCD and SOI process.
• An expert in Cadence Virtuoso.
• A strong understanding of ESD, device breakdown, and reliability-first design approach.
• Eagerness to learn, team-oriented, and open to feedback.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in ASIC design for biomedical applications.
• Comfortable with various version-control tools (SOS, git, etc).
• Able to work in multi-platform compute environment, especially as a strong Linux user.
• Experience in scripting and automation.
• Able to work constructively across all functions of the organization.
• Organized, self-motivated, ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities; high attention to detail.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
• Competitive base salary with equity.
• 100% of healthcare coverage for you and your dependents.
• Generous vacation policy.
• Paid parental leave.
• Work from our beautiful waterfront office in Alameda, CA, with access to collaborative spaces and labs.

Compensation Range

$175K - $215K