Principal Analog IC Design Engineer

Job Title

Principal Analog IC Design Engineer

Role Summary

Lead the design and delivery of high-speed analog and mixed-signal ICs from concept through volume production. The role is a technical authority within a globally distributed high-speed IC design team focused on TIAs and laser drivers for datacom and telecom applications.

Experience Level

Senior level. Requires extensive industry experience; the posting specifies 15+ years in analog IC design.

Responsibilities

Accountable for technical leadership and end-to-end delivery of high-speed analog chip subsystems.

• Lead design and development of high-speed analog ICs to meet specifications and schedules (primary contributor).
• Own critical chip subsystems and act as technical lead on cross-functional project teams.
• Collaborate with Product, Test, Verification, Reliability, and Product Engineering teams to ensure product success.
• Drive circuit architecture and design innovation to improve performance and manufacturability.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers; provide technical guidance and reviews.
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations to senior stakeholders.

Requirements

Key technical skills and experience required and preferred.

Must-have:

• 15+ years of analog IC design experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Deep knowledge of CMOS and BiCMOS analog circuit design practices.
• Proven experience as a technical lead on chip development projects.
• RF analog design experience at frequencies around 10 GHz and above.
• Expert-level proficiency with Cadence design and simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of RF/analog layout techniques, including parasitics, matching, ESD, crosstalk, and IR drop.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and innovation in circuit design.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with circuit design at 25 GHz and above.
• Prior work on laser drivers and transimpedance amplifiers (TIAs).
• Knowledge of high-frequency passive components (T-coils, inductors) and 3D modelling.
• Hands-on experience with high-frequency lab validation and test equipment.
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM), reliability, and yield optimisation.
• Experience with device modelling (Verilog-AMS, SystemVerilog) and optoelectronic components (PIN diodes, lasers, MZMs).

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or a related engineering field is required. Postgraduate qualification (MSc or equivalent) is preferred.

About the Company

Company: Semtech

Headquarters: Camarillo, California, USA

Semtech Corporation is a high-performance semiconductor company providing IoT systems and Cloud connectivity solutions. The company focuses on delivering innovative technology solutions that support a smarter, more connected, and sustainable planet, with a dedication to quality across infrastructure, industrial, and consumer markets.