Senior Principal Analog Design Engineer
QorvoJob Title
Senior Principal Analog Design Engineer
Role Summary
Senior analog power IC design role within Qorvo's Power Management division. Lead architecture, transistor-level design, simulation, and validation of high-performance power management integrated circuits. Collaborate with system, layout, test, and global engineering teams to deliver production-ready silicon.
Experience Level
Senior level. The posting requests 15+ years of engineering experience and at least 8+ years in analog/mixed-signal IC design focused on power converter architectures.
Responsibilities
Accountable for end-to-end analog power IC design and cross-functional alignment.
- Lead design and development of high-performance analog power management ICs focusing on efficiency, power density, and reliability.
- Define product architecture and specifications with system engineers to meet performance, power, and cost targets.
- Select and implement circuit topologies and control methodologies (voltage/current mode) for DC-DC converters.
- Perform transistor-level design, simulation, and validation to meet functional and performance specs.
- Work with layout engineers to optimize floorplanning, parasitics, and silicon performance.
- Coordinate with global design teams and support production release, test definition, and characterization.
- Prepare technical documentation and present design decisions and trade-offs to stakeholders.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and experience.
- 15+ years of engineering experience in the semiconductor industry, or equivalent education and experience.
- 8+ years in analog/mixed-signal IC design with experience in DC-DC power converter architectures and control methods.
- Proven experience with production release of power management ICs.
- Experience using EDA/analysis tools for parasitic extraction, EM/IR analysis, capacitive coupling, floating-node checks, and related flows.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to collaborate across global teams and drive technical reviews.
Nice-to-have:
- Experience with Cadence Virtuoso, Simplis, and ADS.
- Hands-on lab experience supporting high-frequency switching power supplies.
Education Requirements
Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent practical experience). Preferred: Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering. The posting explicitly allows equivalent education and experience in lieu of formal degrees.
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.
