Technical Staff Engineer – Analog Design (Networking)

Job Description

Sought is a highly skilled Staff Analog IC Design Engineer to contribute to the specification, architecture, design, and development of integrated circuits - from initial concept through production quality – for Next-Gen Ethernet and USB products. This role involves designing and architecting in-silicon macros for High-Speed Datacom SERDES.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, actively participates in group discussions, provides project updates, and generates both functional and technical documentation.
• A proactive mindset and the ability to learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic, cross-functional environment are essential.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Define and drive architecture definition for High-Speed Datacom Ethernet and USB SERDES.
• Translate system requirements into block-level specification and microarchitectures, enabling efficient partitioning and design ownership.
• Design and Verify Analog/Mixed-Signal macros for High-Speed Datacom Ethernet and USB SERDES, including: ADCs, DACs, PLLs, Transmitters/TX, Receivers/RX, LDOs, Regulators, High Speed I/Os, Bandgap, POR, Oscillator, Charge Pump, Under/Over Voltage Protection, DC-DC Switching Converters, Analog Switches etc.
• Perform system and transistor-level design and verification using mixed-mode simulation across multiple scenarios, process corners, and mismatch conditions.
• Develop schematics and run simulations using modern CAD tools (Cadence-Virtuoso).
• Collaborate closely with layout engineers to review, mitigate, and optimize parasitic and proximity effects.
• Generate block-level and top-level analog/mixed-signal design specifications.
• Develop behavioral models for analog and mixed-signal blocks.
• Document designs and lead formal design reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional designers on interface specifications and implementation details.
• Define validation plans for post-silicon product-level ATE and lab validation.
• Interface with and support applications, product and test engineering, marketing, systems development, technology development, CAD, layout, and other design organizations.

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong analytical skills for complex system evaluation using both hand analysis and simulation tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams.
• Capability to manage multiple complex IC design tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to meet aggressive timelines with minimal supervision.
• Excellent technical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Verilog, Liberty timing models, and IBIS-AMI models is a plus.
• Strong understanding of device physics and operation.
• Strong expertise in low power and high-speed design techniques.

Education And/Or Work Experience

• BSEE and minimum of 15 years of industry experience in Electronics/Electrical Engineering.
• Experience architecting high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, and USB is highly desired.
• Demonstrated design experience in multiple Analog SERDES sub-blocks, including ADCs, DACs, PLLs, Transmitters/TX, Receivers/RX, LDOs, Regulators, High Speed I/Os, Bandgap, POR, Oscillator, Charge Pump, Under/Over Voltage Protection, DC-DC Switching Converters, Analog Switches etc.
• Extensive experience with Cadence and other Analog/Mixed-Signal IC design tools.
• Hands-on lab validation experience using Power Supplies, Source meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other related equipment.
• Experience working in globally distributed design teams.
• Familiarity with DRC/LVS/ERC/PEX/EM analysis tools.
• Experience verifying designs for SOA as well as Aging and SHE effects.
• Proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso IC Design environment.
• Experience in Unix/Linux operating systems.
• Experience developing and executing scripts (Scheme, SKILL, Perl/Tcl, etc.).
• Strong team player with a positive attitude and a commitment to continuous learning.

Travel Time

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes

• Hearing
• Sight
• Talking
• Works Alone
• Works Around Others

Physical Requirements

• 80% sitting
• 10% standing
• 10% walking
• 100% inside