Principal Analog Design Engineer
QorvoJob Title
Principal Analog Design Engineer
Role Summary
Work in Qorvo's Power Management division to define architecture, design, and validate high-performance analog power management ICs (PMICs, power-loss protection, motor control, battery management). Collaborate with system, layout, test, and global design teams to deliver production-ready silicon that meets efficiency, reliability, and manufacturability targets.
Experience Level
Senior — professional level. Role expects approximately 12+ years of engineering experience and 8+ years in analog/mixed-signal IC design.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include:
- Lead architecture and transistor-level design of analog power management ICs (including DC-DC converters).
- Define product specifications and trade-offs with system engineers to meet performance, power, and cost targets.
- Select and implement circuit topologies that ensure robustness, yield, and manufacturability.
- Perform circuit simulation, validation, and verification to meet functional and performance specifications.
- Work with layout engineers to optimize floorplanning, parasitics, and overall silicon performance.
- Coordinate with global design teams to align development strategies and schedules.
- Partner with test and characterization teams to define validation methods and production test strategies.
- Prepare technical documentation and present design decisions and trade-offs in reviews.
Requirements
Core experience and technical skills required; preferred items listed separately.
- 12+ years of engineering experience in the semiconductor industry or equivalent practical experience.
- 8+ years in analog and mixed-signal IC design, with experience in DC-DC power converter architectures and control methods (voltage-mode, current-mode).
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience with EDA flows and tools for EMIR, capacitive coupling analysis, parasitic extraction, and floating node issues.
- Track record of production release of power management ICs.
Nice-to-have:
- Experience with Cadence Virtuoso, Simplis, ADS.
- Hands-on lab experience supporting high-frequency switching power supplies.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required. Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering preferred. Equivalent practical experience may be considered.
About the Company
Company: Qorvo
Headquarters: Greensboro, NC, US
Qorvo supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that enhance connectivity and power for a variety of applications, including consumer electronics, automotive, and healthcare. With a focus on RF and power solutions, Qorvo combines technology leadership and global manufacturing to address complex challenges in fast-growing industries. Their commitment to excellence and innovation drives them to shape the future of wireless communications.
