Lead Designer, Layout

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. is a global leader in semiconductors, combining analog, digital, AI, and software tech to facilitate innovations at the Intelligent Edge. With over $11 billion in revenue in fiscal year 2025, the company supports advancements in automation, mobility, healthcare, and more, bridging physical and digital domains.

Position Overview

The Lead Designer, Layout within the Advanced Converters Group is a senior technical role focused on tackling the most challenging integrated circuit (IC) layout problems. This role requires deep expertise and innovative thinking to develop effective layout solutions, while serving as a key technical leader influencing significant business results.

Key Responsibilities

• Create innovative solutions for complex layout challenges requiring specialized knowledge and thorough analysis.
• Provide technical guidance and serve as the primary resource for junior engineers.
• Lead teams and manage intricate projects with considerable business impact.
• Collaborate across departments to promote technical excellence.
• Direct complex IC layout assignments and mentor less experienced staff.
• Make critical decisions on IC architecture design shaping product development.
• Conduct advanced process evaluations and optimize designs.
• Establish and refine layout methodologies and best practices to boost team efficiency and outcomes.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrated advanced technical leadership with recognized organizational influence.
• Expert-level skills in IC layout, architecture design, and process evaluation.
• Proven capability to lead complex technical projects from inception to delivery.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational influence skills to achieve impactful results.
• Innovation in developing and implementing layout methodologies enhancing the organization’s capabilities.

Preferred Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience, with more than seven years of relevant industry experience.

Work Environment and Benefits

Analog Devices fosters a collaborative environment emphasizing professional development, competitive pay and benefits, and work-life balance. Employees engage in cutting-edge projects that significantly influence technology and society.

Additional Information

Applicants may be subject to export licensing review by U.S. authorities unless they are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or legally protected individuals. Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion across all legally protected categories.