Analog Mixed-Signal Design Engineer

Syntiant • San Diego, CA

21h • $200,000 - $230,000

About The Position

Syntiant Corp., a leader in the high-growth AI software and semiconductor solutions space, is looking for a motivated and creative Analog Mixed-Signal Design Engineer to take on a critical role with expansive responsibilities and play a leading role in enhancing the ASIC function in a growing organization. The Analog Mixed-Signal Design Engineer will be responsible for working in a fast-paced, market-oriented fabless R&D team environment, developing ASIC technology for MEMS based microphones and related audio solutions.

Requirements

• MS in EE.
• 6-8 years Design experience targeting audio-frequency products.
• HV design experience, such as on-chip charge pumps and switching regulators.
• A/D and D/A design experience.
• Micropower circuit design.
• Knowledge of analog and mixed-signal circuits such as op-amps (single-stage, two-stage, OTA’s, class A, class AB, etc.), comparators (clocked/dynamic and continuous-time), analog continuous- and discrete-time filters, reference generators (bandgap, PTAT), and regulators (LDO’s).
• Solid understanding of CMOS circuit design and device fundamentals.
• Knowledge of circuit layout techniques and effects, such as matching and shielding.
• Experience with Cadence design tools (Virtuoso Schematic, Spectre/APS, AMS).
• Self-motivated, passionate about circuit design, good analytical and communications skills, able to work in an agile team setting.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in EE with focus on analog/mixed-signal IC design is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for top-level integration of complex mixed signal systems.
• Supervision and review of all block-level design and layout.
• Responsible for coordinating with digital and system teams: define specifications and interaction between blocks.
• Verify functionality and performance through top-level mixed signal simulations.
• Design and verification of analog/mixed-signal blocks as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical: Several plan options including PPO and HSA-compatible plans from Anthem Blue Cross, most of which are 100% paid by Syntiant Corp. for you and your family.
• Dental: Company-paid dental PPO coverage from MetLife, including coverage for Orthodontia.
• Vision: Company-paid vision PPO coverage from MetLife / VSP.
• Life Insurance / AD&D: Company-paid basic Life / AD&D coverage in the amount of 3x your salary (up to $1,000,000). Additional supplemental life insurance with low group rates is available for yourself and your family.
• Disability Coverage: Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provides up to 60% income replacement protection.
• Spending and Savings Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefits for Health Care and Dependent Care. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for those enrolled in a qualified Medical plan.
• 401K Retirement Plan: Administered by Empower, the 401(k) plan allows you to plan for your future by investing a portion of each paycheck.
• Other Benefits: A company-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP), as well as access to additional voluntary benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Support, and Identity Fraud Protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior