Staff Engineer, Product Applications (Advanced Consumer Power)

Job Title

Staff Engineer, Product Applications (Advanced Consumer Power)

Role Summary

Lead the development of power-management solutions for consumer devices (smartphones, wireless headsets, gaming consoles) as a member of ADI’s Advanced Consumer Power team. The role drives product definition and execution from initial system concept through evaluation, optimization, and high-volume production.

Work cross-functionally with IC design, product management, business teams and customers to deliver high-performance DC/DC, PMIC and charging solutions, and provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Experience Level

Senior — 6–10 years professional experience in analog/power electronics.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include system design, validation, documentation, customer support, and technical leadership.

• Execute schematic and layout design for complex evaluation boards for power products.
• Collaborate with product definers, IC design, and business management to oversee product evaluation and optimization.
• Lead bench characterization, performance optimization, and development of automated test environments.
• Author application notes, user guides, datasheets and technical manuscripts for global use.
• Provide expert technical support, workshops, and training to customers and field applications teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support Business Unit and Field teams in identifying and securing new business opportunities.
• Travel as required (approximately 10% of the time).

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience; preferred items noted separately.

• Must-have:
  • 6–10 years professional experience in analog/power electronics, focused on DC/DC power conversion, switching regulators, and battery chargers.
  • In-depth understanding of power architectures for smartphones, AR/VR devices, gaming and wearable technology.
  • Proven hardware/firmware co-design experience and proficiency in Python or C for automation and test development.
  • Experience with bench characterization, performance optimization, and automated test environment development.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor junior engineers.
  • Willingness to travel (~10%).
• Nice-to-have:
  • Experience with PMICs and discrete charging solutions.
  • Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing and field application/customer engagement.
  • Layout experience for high-performance power boards and familiarity with mass-production constraints.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.

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.