Junior IC Design Engineer at Swave Photonics, contributing to holographic chip design and characterization. Engaging in analog and mixed-signal circuit design, verification, and testing.
Responsibilities
Design and layout support: Perform schematic entry, assist in the design of analog and mixed-signal circuits (e.g., sensors, power management, high-speed data interfaces, ESD), and assist with analog layout.
Verification and simulation: Perform block-level and sub-system verification using industry-standard tools (e.g., Cadence/Synopsis) and work with digital designers to ensure proper integration and functionality.
Bring-up and testing: Execute full electrical characterization, lab testing, and data analysis of post-silicon ICs to ensure performance meets specifications.
Test Automation and support: Implement test automation and data management solutions. Support internal/external customers of Swave chips, which may involve owning and maintaining electrical characterization equipment, various PCBs with Swave chips, and ensuring company-wide standardization of software/firmware support.
Process improvement: Contribute to the improvement of design flows, methodologies, and the overall characterization process.
Documentation: Maintain clear and concise documentation of design, simulation, and verification results.
Requirements
Education: Master’s degree (MSc/Industrial master) in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field.
Experience: 0-3 years of experience in mixed-signal IC design, which may include academic projects or internships.
Technical Skills:
- Basic understanding of analog and mixed-signal circuit fundamentals (e.g., basic amplifiers, ADCs, DACs).
- Familiarity with design and verification tools (e.g., Cadence/Synopsis, PVS/Calibre).
- Programming languages: Python, MATLAB, C or similar.
- Basic experience or coursework in hands-on lab characterization and measurement techniques is a plus.
Soft Skills:
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
- Result orientation is key.
- Proactive and enthusiastic approach to problem-solving.
- Fluency in English.
Benefits
A competitive salary package tailored to your knowledge, skills, and experience.
An exciting and dynamic work environment with sufficient opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive both personally and professionally.
The flexibility you need to maintain a healthy work-life balance, because your well-being matters to us.
An informal and vibrant company culture built on authenticity, mutual trust, and open communication, where your voice is valued.
A team of talented and passionate colleagues who inspire and challenge each other, with plenty of room for creativity, collaboration, and, of course, fun! From team-building activities to spontaneous celebrations, we make sure work feels rewarding in every way.
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