Neurophos · 2 weeks ago
Principal Analog Design Engineer
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expNeurophos is developing an ultra-high-performance, energy-efficient photonic AI inference system, aiming to transform AI computation with a novel optical processing unit. They are seeking a Principal Analog Design Engineer to develop full-custom electronic transceiver components essential to their photonic AI platform, responsible for the entire lifecycle of analog blocks.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data CenterHardware
Responsibilities
Design, simulate, and verify high-speed analog circuits, such as drivers and transimpedance amplifiers, in deep sub-micron CMOS technologies
Define architecture and specifications for electronic blocks based on system-level requirements
Perform full-custom schematic capture, advanced analog simulations, and complete physical layout, including DRC/LVS, of critical analog blocks using Cadence Virtuoso
Ensure rigorous signal integrity and power integrity across all high-speed interconnects
Conduct post-layout extraction and simulation to validate performance against parasitic effects
Collaborate closely with the Photonics and Digital teams to optimize the electro-optic interface, maximizing performance across the combination of disciplines
Qualification
Required
Degree: MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering
Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in full-custom analog integrated circuit design, 5+ years of dedicated experience in either GHz-speed RF or GHz-speed broadband analog design
Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated expert proficiency in the Cadence tool suite, specifically Virtuoso schematic, simulation, and custom layout
Deep understanding of semiconductor device physics, linearity, noise analysis, and high-frequency circuit theory
Proven track record of taking high-speed analog blocks from concept to mass production (successful tape-outs)
Preferred
A background in photonic transceivers or optical communication electronics (e.g., experience with drivers for modulators, TIAs for photodetectors)
Experience designing high-speed power amplifiers (PAs)
Proficiency in electromagnetic simulation tools such as EMX or HFSS
Experience with frequency domain simulation in Spectre RF
Benefits
Competitive compensation, including salary and equity options.
Opportunities for career growth and future team leadership.
Access to cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art facilities.
Company
Neurophos
Neurophos develops photonic AI processing technology that focuses on hardware solutions for accelerating artificial intelligence inference.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$126.1MKey Investors
Gates Frontier FundMetaVC Partners
2026-01-22Series A· $110M
2025-12-08Series Unknown· $1.9M
2023-12-14Seed· $7.2M
Leadership Team
Patrick T. Bowen
CEO
Andrew Traverso
Co-founder & Chief Scientist
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