Analog Mixed-Signal IC Design Engineer

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Analog Mixed-Signal IC Design Engineer developing high-speed data converters for satellite communications. Leading design processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams for innovative solutions in a space-focused environment.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeSan Diego • California, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $213,331 - $298,663 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, development and integration of advanced analog/mixed-signal functions in advanced CMOS and SiGe technologies, focusing on performance optimization and trade-off analysis.
Utilize full proficiency in Spectre and AMS flows to develop high-performance mixed-signal circuits and systems.
Collaborate with system architects to define block-level performance and interface requirements based on system specifications, ensuring seamless integration into RF payloads and terminals.
Oversee layout, top-level integration, floorplanning, and verification of the overall design for successful tape-out cycle.
Work closely with validation and product engineers to develop test plans, facilitate bring-up, optimize performance, and ensure reliable & high-yield production cycles.
Investigate and implement fundamental analog building blocks to enhance overall circuit performance and mentor junior engineers for best design practices in analog domain.

Requirements

What you’ll need

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering
10+ years of experience in the design and development of high-performance analog/mixed-signal circuits and systems
Proficiency in mixed-mode and analog/RF modeling, simulation, and verification methodologies using toolsets such as MATLAB, Spectre, SystemVerilog, and AMS.
Deep understanding of Electromigration and layout-dependent effects on circuit performance, namely in advanced FinFET technologies.
Extensive experience in silicon characterization and debugging.
Strong background in fundamental analog/RF building blocks, including amplifiers, filters, oscillators, reference generation and LDOs.
Strong communication skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results.

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Hard Skills & Tools

analog circuitsmixed-signal circuitsperformance optimizationtrade-off analysislayout verificationsilicon characterizationdebugginganalog/RF modelingsimulation methodologiesverification methodologies

Soft Skills

communication skillsmentoring

Certifications

MS in Electrical EngineeringPhD in Electrical Engineering