Lead Analog IC Designer
Location
San Jose, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 27, 2026
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Job description:
The lead 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 3 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
+ Proficient design experience in most of the following SerDes circuit blocks: Driver; Receiver; Serializer; Deserializer; Phase Interpolator; 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
Job description:
The lead 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 3 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
+ Proficient design experience in most of the following SerDes circuit blocks: Driver; Receiver; Serializer; Deserializer; Phase Interpolator; 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