Staff Engineer, Research Science Engineering

Job Title

Staff Engineer, Research Science Engineering

Role Summary

Develop and support research-grade EDA software and design automation methods for analog/mixed-signal and RF IC design. Work within the Analog/Mixed-Signal EDA R&D team to produce tools, algorithms, and workflows that accelerate IC design and improve design quality.

The role involves software development, close collaboration with IC designers and researchers, and interfacing with commercial EDA tools and vendors.

Experience Level

Senior (experienced engineer). The posting targets experienced candidates; explicit years of experience were not specified.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include research, development, deployment, and user support for EDA software and automation methods.

• Research and implement algorithms, models, and simulation methods for analog/mixed-signal/RF ICs.
• Design and develop software tools for modeling, simulation, and automated IC design flows.
• Automate design tasks, data collection, analysis, and tool integration using scripting and programming.
• Install, configure, and maintain design tools and infrastructure; interface with EDA vendors.
• Provide application support and train end users on tools and methodologies.
• Contribute across the software lifecycle: conception, specification, implementation, testing, maintenance, and documentation.
• Collaborate with IC designers, university researchers, and commercial tool vendors to deliver solutions that impact product projects.
• Use version control and issue-tracking systems to manage code and development workflows.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and professional abilities; desirable items noted separately.

• Must-have: Demonstrable experience creating algorithms and data structures for large engineering problems.
• Must-have: Strong software development skills in Python and C++.
• Must-have: Deep knowledge of machine learning / AI algorithms and their application to engineering problems.
• Must-have: Proficiency with scripting and automation using languages such as Verilog, Skill, C, bash, Python, TCL, or MATLAB (experience with multiple languages expected).
• Must-have: Experience with version control systems (Git, Perforce) and development support tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Must-have: Familiarity with EDA tool installation, automation, and integration; ability to debug tool and infrastructure issues.
• Must-have: Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Nice-to-have: Exposure to analog layout tools and methods; experience with Cadence Custom IC platform or similar.
• Nice-to-have: Research or development experience in fast, accurate circuit simulation, device modeling, interconnect modeling for RF/microwave, or machine learning methods applied to EDA.
• Nice-to-have: Knowledge of advanced applied mathematics relevant to simulation and modeling.

Education Requirements

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. The posting also references educational and research experience related to design automation, simulation, or modeling for analog/mixed-signal/RF IC design.

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.