Principal Analog Design Engineer
Core
Lead architectural definition and transistor-level design of next-generation high-performance audio data converters (ADC/DAC) and mixed-signal ICs for consumer audio products.
Role type
Principal Analog/Mixed-Signal Design Engineer (Audio Data Converter)
Builds
High-volume, high-visibility consumer audio integrated circuits and mixed-signal systems
Domain
Semiconductor / Consumer Audio / Mixed-Signal IC Design
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Architectural definition of delta-sigma ADC/DAC, transistor-level circuit design, mixed-signal system integration, verification strategy, silicon validation, Class-D amplifier design, precision analog blocks (bandgap, LDO, bias), high-gain amplifiers, switched-capacitor/current circuits, layout effects analysis, system-level trade-offs
Preferred skills
Ultra-low power audio design, ~120dB SNR achievement, best-in-class THD+N performance, DSP and digital filtering fundamentals, professional audio background
Technologies
Cadence, Spectre, MATLAB, Simulink, Python
Responsibilities
Lead detailed definition and architectural development of high-performance mixed-signal ICs; Own architecture definition, block-level design, and transistor-level circuit implementation; Drive integration of analog and digital blocks into complex mixed-signal systems; Deliver technical presentations and design reviews to internal teams and Tier-1 customers; Support layout, lab evaluation, testing, qualification, and product engineering functions
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC design with technical leadership