Lead Designer, Layout

Job Title

Lead Designer, Layout

Role Summary

Senior IC layout lead in the Advanced Converters Group responsible for solving the most complex layout challenges, defining architecture-level layout decisions, and improving layout methodologies across the organization.

Serves as a technical lead and mentor, driving cross-functional design quality and delivery for high-impact mixed-signal products.

Experience Level

Senior-level. The posting requests 7+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include technical leadership of layout projects, mentoring, and process improvement.

• Lead complex IC layout projects from concept to tapeout and review critical architecture decisions.
• Provide advanced technical guidance and act as the primary resource for less experienced engineers.
• Develop and standardize layout methodologies and best practices to improve team productivity and quality.
• Perform advanced process evaluations and layout optimizations to meet performance and manufacturability targets.
• Coordinate across teams and functions to influence design schedules and technical direction.
• Mentor and train junior layout designers and review their work to ensure compliance with standards.

Requirements

Core technical and leadership requirements. Education and degree details are summarized separately below.

• Expert-level proficiency in IC layout and architecture design for analog/mixed-signal converters.
• Demonstrated technical leadership on complex projects and ability to make architecture-level tradeoffs.
• Experience with process evaluation, layout optimization, and manufacturability considerations.
• Strong mentoring skills and experience leading or coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Track record of developing and implementing layout methodologies and process innovations.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

About the Company

Company: Analog Devices

Headquarters: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA

Analog Devices is a leading global semiconductor company that bridges the physical and digital worlds, enabling breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. With a focus on innovation, ADI develops solutions that drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare. The company employs around 24,000 people globally and reported revenues exceeding $9 billion in FY24, creating technologies that transform lives across various sectors.