Analog Design Engineer Technical Lead

Position Summary

The Senior Principal Analog Design Engineer / Technical Lead is responsible for leading the design development and validation of complex analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. This role combines deep technical expertise with project leadership ensuring the successful delivery of high-performance semiconductor products from concept through silicon qualification. The individual serves as a technical reference within the organization driving innovation mentoring engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business and technical objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture design and verification of analog and mixed-signal blocks including amplifiers voltage references regulators ADCs/DACs PLLs clocking circuits sensor interfaces and power management solutions.
• Develop transistor-level designs and perform detailed simulations to ensure performance across process voltage and temperature (PVT) conditions.
• Drive design reviews technical risk assessments and problem-solving activities throughout the product development cycle.
• Support layout implementation post-layout verification silicon bring-up characterization and production ramp activities.
• Collaborate closely with system architects digital design verification layout product engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Define and promote best practices design methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and senior engineers fostering knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Contribute to technology roadmaps and strategic product development initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Masters degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering Microelectronics or a related field.
• Typically >15 years of experience in analog or mixed-signal IC design.
• Strong expertise in CMOS analog circuit design and analysis.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso Spectre and related simulation and verification environments.
• Proven track record of successful silicon development and product delivery.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics noise analysis reliability and design-for-manufacturing considerations.

Key Competencies

• Technical leadership and decision-making.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead complex projects and influence technical direction.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Effective mentoring and team development skills.
• Results-oriented with a focus on quality innovation and execution.

Expected Impact

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering robust high-performance analog solutions driving first-pass silicon success advancing design methodologies and contributing to the development of future products and technologies while serving as a recognized technical leader within the organization.

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