Analog Design manager

The Secure Connected Edge Business Line delivers technologies that enable seamless secure connections between people devices and their environment. By combining the full breath of edge processing (MCUs and MPUs) solutions with leading connectivity technologies we enable smart devices to sense with UWB connect through Wi-Fi Bluetooth RFID or NFC and interact securely thanks to purpose-built secure elements.

The NXP SCE team pushes the boundaries of innovation pioneering ecosystems that make every day extraordinary. Passionate engineers make autonomous homes smart factories secure identification services and connected cars a widespread reality

NXPs Industrial & IoT Edge solutions range from the smallest MCUs to very high-performance processors to provide real-time insights and efficient automation when performance matters most. NXPs advanced portfolio of edge processing solutions lets developers explore their most innovative ideas with confidence enabling applications across the autonomous home industrial automation and personal electronics

The R&D group is growing and we are recruiting an Analog Design manager to lead a team to develop mixed signal and analog IP in support for the IIOT MCU business.

You will take part of the creation of the team to recruit develop and lead a new team of 20-25 covering architecture analog design DMS/AMS layout and will deliver into IIOT MCU SOC products.

As the leader of an Analog Team of around 15 designers within a mixed-signal design group youll take responsibility for driving innovation and excellence. The role involves overseeing IP development and implementing an efficient reuse strategy to optimize design processes.

Collaboration is key: youll work closely with the Design Management Team and Design Leaders to manage resource allocation and planning for new product developments. Ensuring compliance with design flow and quality standards will be part of your daily focus.

This position calls for a proactive mindset. Youll identify and deploy new methodologies and tools keeping a constant eye on state-of-the-art practices and advanced verification techniques. Guiding your teams growth in line with competence and development strategies will be central to your mission.

Strong leadership skills are essential. Listening delegating and fostering the professional growth of your contributors will help build a high-performing team. Beyond internal responsibilities youll also nurture partnerships with academic institutions and engage with the regional ecosystem through collaborative innovation projects.

Your Profile:

Education: Masters degree in electronic or electrical engineering

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in the design of analog blocks and systems.
• Proven track record in leading and managing global teams

• Technical Expertise:
  • Deep understanding of analog circuit design verification and integration within complex systems.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard tools and methodologies for analog design.
• Leadership & Management :
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire mentor and develop talent.
  • Excellent decision-making capabilities and ability to drive strategic initiatives.
  • Experience in defining team KPIs monitoring performance and implementing continuous improvement.
• Collaboration & Communication :
  • Team-oriented mindset comfortable working with cross-functional teams (digital design layout test product engineering).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Culture & Innovation :
  • Ability to create an environment that stimulates innovation productivity and execution excellence.
  • Promote a culture of ownership accountability and technical excellence.

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