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Principal Analog IC Design Engineer, High Speed SerDes

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San Jose, CA, USA
137K-254K Annually
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San Jose, CA, USA
137K-254K Annually
Senior level
Design and develop analog/mixed-signal IC blocks for high-speed SerDes from concept through verification. Responsibilities include circuit design (drivers, receivers, serializers/deserializers, PLLs, ADC/DACs, biasing, regulators), simulation and layout using CAD tools, lab testing, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
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The Principal Analog IC Designer is responsible for the design and development of analog/mixed signal IC circuit blocks from initial concept/specification through final verification of conformance to customer specifications.

  • Candidate’s background should include a minimum of 7 years of experience in CMOS SerDes or high-speed I/O IC design and development.
  • Working knowledge of a set of common SerDes standards and their electrical requirements is a plus.
  • Must have a thorough understanding of jitter and signal equalization techniques
  • Proficient design experience in most of the following SerDes circuit blocks:  Driver; Receiver; Serializer; Deserializer; Phase Interpolator; Low jitter PLL; High Speed Clock Distribution; ADC and DAC; Bias and Bandgap; and Voltage Regulators
  • Excellent problem solving skills, analog aptitude, good communication skills, and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
  • Position requires proficiency in using CAD tools for circuit simulation, layout, and physical verification
  • Cadence tool experience, lab test experience, and design experience at >10Gbps and in <28nm technologies are a plus
  • MS or PhD in EE

The annual salary range for California is $136,500 to $253,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.

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