Analog Design Engineer

Job Title

Analog Design Engineer

Role Summary

Design and validate analog and mixed-signal circuits for high-speed IO and die-to-die interfaces across advanced process nodes within the Hard IP and Test Chip Development team.

Work with architecture, logic, validation, layout, and SOC partners to deliver optimized IP with attention to power, performance, and area.

Experience Level

Entry-level / early career. Minimum 2–3 years of relevant circuit design experience depending on degree (Master's with ≥2 years, Bachelor's with ≥3 years).

Responsibilities

Key day-to-day responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and simulate analog circuits for mixed-signal IP using SPICE-based tools.
• Create and execute test plans to validate designs against microarchitecture and circuit specifications.
• Support layout tasks and collaborate with layout engineers to optimize performance and manufacturability.
• Perform circuit simulations and debugging to address power integrity, signal integrity, leakage, noise, and stability.
• Participate in design reviews and produce technical documentation and progress reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (architecture, logic, validation, SOC) to integrate blocks into top-level IP.
• Evaluate simulation results and iterate designs for performance, power, and area optimization.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and competencies (minimums):

• Experience with circuit simulation and analog behavior modeling using SPICE-based tools.
• Proficiency with Cadence analog IC design tools.
• Practical knowledge of signal and power integrity and analog layout considerations.
• Understanding of TX/RX blocks, I/O fundamentals, and analog design principles (noise, linearity, matching, stability).
• Ability to analyze transistor-level circuits and make design trade-offs; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication; able to give and receive technical feedback.

Nice-to-have:

• IP top-level design experience (floor planning, power delivery, ESD, bump map, top-level simulations, signal integrity).
• Mixed-signal design experience and integration of performance/power/area optimization.
• Scripting skills (Python, MATLAB) and familiarity with statistical analysis and design for manufacturability.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with ≥3 years of circuit design experience, or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with ≥2 years of circuit design experience. Fields referenced: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, related technical fields. Preferred qualifications may also be satisfied through combinations of work experience, internships, or academic coursework.

About the Company

Company: Intel Corporation

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.