Staff Product Development Engineer

Analog Devices • Somerset, NJ

2d • $131,285 - $190,108

About The Position

At Analog Devices, you will hold a pivotal role shaping the technical direction and execution of advanced electronic systems and semiconductor technologies. You will be entrusted with guiding engineering efforts, orchestrating cross‑functional alignment, and setting the technical vision for complex product initiatives. This position carries broad responsibility for elevating engineering performance, directing strategic decisions, and ensuring teams deliver high‑impact, production‑ready solutions. You will be a central figure in solving challenging system‑level problems and supporting the growth and effectiveness of the engineering organization.

Requirements

• BSEE degree, MSEE degree preferred
• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Demonstrated ability to guide and elevate a group of junior engineers through the verification and release of complex wireless solutions, ensuring strong execution, technical alignment, and high‑quality deliverables.
• Successful track record bringing complex wireless platforms from concept through market release
• Extensive experience automating RF test flows and using advanced lab instrumentation (network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes)
• Strong understanding of RF fundamentals: linearity (1‑tone, 2‑tone), noise figure, S‑parameters, spurious analysis, phase noise, and related concepts
• Deep proficiency in analog and RF circuits, high‑speed serial interfaces, ADCs/DACs, and mixed‑signal system behavior
• Knowledge of DSP principles including FFTs, sampling theory, and digital filters
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving strengths
• Excellent communication skills—capable of delivering clear, concise, and actionable technical insights
• Highly effective collaborator within diverse, multi‑disciplinary engineering environments

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, or C/C++/C#
• Experience partnering with firmware teams on defining and validating complex DSP algorithms

Responsibilities

• Provide overarching technical direction for the evaluation and characterization of RF systems, ADCs, DACs, and high‑speed serial interfaces for next‑generation transceivers.
• Oversee complex debug and analysis activities across mixed‑signal and RF systems; synthesize findings into clear recommendations that influence design, validation, and product decisions.
• Shape and drive verification efforts across digital, DSP, and analog feature areas, ensuring comprehensive and efficient validation coverage.
• Establish methodology and strategic test approaches for RF measurements—including linearity, noise figure, EVM, and related performance metrics—on advanced radio platforms.
• Architect and implement automated test infrastructures using Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, and associated toolchains to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability.
• Recommend and influence test strategies, equipment selection, and lab capabilities to advance operational performance and support future platform evolution.
• Work closely with design, test, applications, software, and marketing teams to ensure alignment throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with applications/marketing teams and customers to resolve complex product issues and drive successful deployment in real-world environments.
• Analyze, interpret, and present measurement data to large technical groups, shaping decisions and enabling informed product direction.
• Support the development of junior engineers through guidance, technical direction, and knowledge sharing that strengthens team capability and execution.

Benefits

• At Analog Devices, you'll be part of a collaborative and innovative team that's shaping the future of technology.
• We offer a supportive environment focused on professional growth, competitive compensation and benefits, work-life balance, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact on the world.
• Your expertise will shape the future of technology, and you’ll be supported by a culture that values continuous advancement and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees