Analog/Mixed Signal ASIC Design Engineer
QualcommJob Title
Analog/Mixed Signal ASIC Design Engineer
Role Summary
Designs, verifies, documents, and evaluates CMOS mixed-signal analog and digital blocks (data converters, PLLs, filters, LDOs, references, comparators, AFEs, amplifiers, SERDES). Works on architecture, circuit design, simulation, layout oversight, and silicon evaluation within an Analog Mixed Signal Design team.
Experience Level
Entry or early-career role. Typical requirement: at least 2 years of relevant analog or mixed-signal integrated circuit design experience.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include block-level design, verification, and handoff:
- Define architecture and circuit specifications from system requirements for small, well-defined blocks under some guidance.
- Perform circuit design, run simulations and analyses (power, performance), and iterate designs based on results.
- Oversee block-level layout and coordinate with layout teams; participate in silicon bring-up and evaluation.
- Program and run tests, debug issues in designs, and escalate complex problems when needed.
- Write technical documentation and design descriptions for straightforward projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure component integration and contribute ideas to design discussions.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and experience:
- Practical experience in analog or mixed-signal integrated circuit design (nanometer CMOS/FinFET processes).
- Experience using design and simulation tools such as Cadence (ADE), SPICE, MATLAB and familiarity with Verilog/VHDL where applicable.
- Ability to run circuit simulations, perform basic analyses (power/performance), and debug designs.
- Experience coordinating with layout teams and participating in silicon evaluation and bring-up.
- Clear technical writing and communication skills to document designs and share results.
Nice-to-have:
- Experience in specific analog/mixed-signal areas: VCO/PLL/DLL, delta-sigma or SAR ADCs, current-steering DACs, audio CODECs/Class D amplifiers, high-speed DDR PHYs or SERDES.
- Experience with analog design automation or work related to 5G initiatives.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering plus 2+ years of analog or mixed-signal integrated circuit design experience, or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
About the Company
Company: Qualcomm
Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States
Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.
