Lead Analog IC Designer

Cadence

Job Summary

The Lead Analog IC Designer is responsible for the design and development of analog/mixed-signal IC circuit blocks, from initial concept and specification through final verification. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in CMOS SerDes or high-speed I/O IC design, with proficiency in various SerDes circuit blocks and CAD tools for simulation, layout, and physical verification. The designer will ensure conformance to customer specifications and work cooperatively in a team environment.

Must Have

  • Design and develop analog/mixed-signal IC circuit blocks from concept to verification
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in CMOS SerDes or high-speed I/O IC design and development
  • Proficient design experience in SerDes circuit blocks: Driver, Receiver, Serializer, Deserializer, Phase Interpolator, PLL, High Speed Clock Distribution, ADC, DAC, Bias, Bandgap, Voltage Regulators
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and analog aptitude
  • Good communication skills and ability to work cooperatively in a team
  • Proficiency in using CAD tools for circuit simulation, layout, and physical verification

Good to Have

  • Working knowledge of common SerDes standards and electrical requirements
  • Cadence tool experience
  • Lab test experience
  • Design experience at >112Gbps and in <7nm technologies
  • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Perks & Benefits

  • Paid vacation
  • Paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Variety of medical, dental and vision plan options
  • Incentive compensation: bonus
  • Incentive compensation: equity

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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