Lead Analog IC Layout Engineer

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

Lead Analog IC Layout Engineer

About the ATE Group:

The Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) organization within Instrumentation delivers high‑performance solutions that enable production testing of advanced electrical and electronic systems—from high‑speed microprocessors to high‑voltage EV battery modules. We partner closely with customers to define cutting‑edge stimulus and measurement architectures, driving improvements in accuracy, energy efficiency, test time, and channel density to provide differentiated ATE capability.

About the Role:
As a Lead Designer, Layout, you hold a senior technical position working on our most complex layout challenges. You will develop innovative solutions requiring in-depth analysis and expertise, while serving as a key technical resource and leader for the organization. Your influence extends across organizational boundaries, impacting significant business outcomes.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Own the layout of complex blocks, including scheduling, floor planning, verification, and tapeout
• Develops solutions to complex problems requiring specialized expertise and in-depth analysis
• Acts as a primary technical resource for less experienced engineers
• Leads teams and complex projects with substantial business impact
• Influences across organizational boundaries to drive technical excellence
• Leads complex IC layout projects and mentors junior engineers
• Makes critical IC architecture design decisions that shape product development
• Performs advanced process evaluations and optimizations
• Develops layout methodologies and best practices that enhance team productivity and results

Must Have Skills

• Technical Leadership: Advanced technical expertise with recognized influence in the organization
• Expert-Level Design Skills: Expert-level proficiency in IC layout, architecture design, and process evaluation
• Collaboration: Capability to work with global teams and support creative and collaborative environments
• Process Innovation: Capability to develop and implement innovative layout methodologies that advance organizational capabilities

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience

• 7+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso, including strong VXL expertise.
• Strong understanding of LVS, DRC, antenna checks, and associated verification/debug methodologies.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export  licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.  As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

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• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.

• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.

• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.