Technologist – Analog/Mixed Signal Design Engineer

Western Digital • San Jose, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for a talented Technologist – Analog/Mixed Signal Design Engineer to join our organization in either San Jose or Irvine. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize analog and mixed-signal circuits for cutting-edge semiconductor and electronic products. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to transform complex technical requirements into innovative solutions while maintaining the highest standards of precision and quality.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in analog or mixed-signal circuit design
• Strong proficiency in circuit simulation tools (SPICE, Cadence Virtuoso, or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of analog circuit fundamentals including amplifiers, filters, and signal conditioning
• Experience with PCB design and layout considerations for analog circuits
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Verilog, or VHDL for design verification and modeling
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and spectrum analyzers

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience in semiconductor or analog design environments
• Experience with mixed-signal design including data converters, phase-locked loops, or power management circuits
• Knowledge of RF or high-frequency circuit design
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM) principles
• Experience with version control systems and collaborative design tools
• Background in signal processing or digital signal processing (DSP)
• Experience with tape-out and silicon validation processes
• Knowledge of low-power design techniques and power consumption optimization

Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog and mixed-signal circuits, including amplifiers, filters, oscillators, and data converters
• Conduct detailed circuit analysis and simulation using industry-standard tools such as SPICE, Cadence, and related design automation software
• Perform signal integrity analysis, noise analysis, and power consumption optimization to ensure circuit performance meets specifications
• Create and review detailed design documentation, schematics, and layout guidelines for manufacturing
• Collaborate with digital design engineers, layout specialists, and system architects to integrate analog blocks into larger system designs
• Validate circuit designs through bench testing, measurement, and characterization using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other test equipment
• Troubleshoot design issues and implement corrective actions with systematic problem-solving approaches
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical feedback to optimize circuit performance and manufacturability
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in analog and mixed-signal design
• Support the full product lifecycle from concept through production, including design optimization and yield improvement

Benefits

• paid vacation time
• paid sick leave
• medical/dental/vision insurance
• life, accident and disability insurance
• tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
• employee assistance program
• other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
• tuition reimbursement
• transit
• the Applause Program
• employee stock purchase plan
• and the WD Savings 401(k) Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees