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  • SAN JOSE, CA
  • Full-Time
  • 17 days ago
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Principal Analog IC Design Engineer, High Speed SerDes.

Hardware & Semiconductor Engineering Full-Time

Principal Analog IC Design Engineer, High Speed SerDes: our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role:This role is for an experienced analog IC design engineer focused on high-speed SerDes circuit blocks and mixed-signal chip design.
  • The Person:The person will design and develop analog and mixed-signal IC circuit blocks from initial concept and specification through final verification against customer specifications.
  • Requirements:The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of experience in CMOS SerDes or high-speed I/O IC design, a thorough understanding of jitter and signal equalization techniques, and experience with Cadence tools.

About the role

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

The Principal 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 7 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.
  • Must have a thorough understanding of jitter and signal equalization techniques
  • Proficient design experience in most of the following SerDes circuit blocks:  Driver; Receiver; Serializer; Deserializer; Phase Interpolator; Low jitter 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
  • Position requires proficiency in using CAD tools for circuit simulation, layout, and physical verification
  • Cadence tool experience, lab test experience, and design experience at >10Gbps and in <28nm technologies are a plus
  • MS or PhD in EE

The annual salary range for California is $136,500 to $253,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.

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Published September 11, 2026
Location SAN JOSE, CA
Job Type Full-Time