SK hynix America ยท 5 hours ago
Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Engineer
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$145K/yr - $170K/yr
4+ years expSK hynix America is a global leader in semiconductor innovation, specializing in advanced memory solutions. They are seeking a highly skilled Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Engineer to design and implement high-performance analog and mixed-signal circuits for next-generation memory and interface solutions.
Semiconductors
Responsibilities
Design analog/mixed-signal circuits such as wireline transmitters/receivers, equalizers (CTLE/DFE), PLLs, CDRs, ADCs, DACs, voltage regulators, and bandgap references
Collaborate with design teams to define circuit specifications and architecture
Perform schematic design, simulation, and silicon validation for circuit blocks
Supervise and guide layout/mask designers, providing floorplan and layout guidelines for optimal performance and area efficiency
Analyze circuit performance and support design sign-off and characterization
Document design methodology and contribute to continuous improvement of design flows
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical Engineering or a related field plus minimum 4 years of industry experience in analog and/or mixed-signal circuit design (or MS plus minimum 2 years of industry experience)
Solid understanding of analog and mixed-signal fundamentals, including noise, matching, parasitics, and feedback systems
Proven hands-on design experience in one or more of the following: wireline transmitters/receivers, equalizers (CTLE/DFE), PLLs, CDRs, ADCs, DACs, voltage regulators, and bandgap references
Understanding of mixed-signal verification and post-silicon validation techniques
Ability to lead and coordinate with layout/mask teams and provide clear design guidance
Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Ph.D in Electrical Engineering or a related field
Experience in high-speed interface design (e.g., PCIe, MIPI, SerDes, UCIe, memory interfaces, or other high-speed interface standards)
Familiarity with advanced FinFET process
Knowledge of circuit modeling using Verilog-A, matlab, etc
Knowledge of hardware description languages (Verilog/SystemVerilog)
Experience with automation scripting (Python, Perl, Tcl, etc.) to enhance design efficiency
Benefits
Top Tier health insurance at no employee cost
Paid day offs: PTO + Company Holidays + Happy Fridays
Paid Parental Leave Program
401k Matching
Educational reimbursement up to $10,000 per year
Donation Matching and volunteering opportunities
Corporate discount programs
Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees
Company
SK hynix America
Semiconductors are essential to all IT products, and its performance often determines the performance of the final products.
201-500 employees
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