Job Title: Mixed Signal IP manager
Primary Location: Austin (Texas)-hybrid role with 3 days in office and 2 days work from home
Role Summary:
The mixed Signal IP manager will lead the design, development and management of mixed-signal IPs, integrating both analog and digital components.
This role involves overseeing a multidisciplinary team of around 50 engineers, managing complex projects, and ensuring that all IPs meet industry standards and customer requirements.
The candidate will possess deep technical expertise in mixed-signal design, strong leadership skills, and the ability to drive strategic initiatives that align with the business objectives.
This position also requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, reliable IP solutions on time and within budget.
Job Responsibility:
Leadership & Team Management of a multidisciplinary team of analog and digital design engineers, layout engineers. (team size around 50 engineers)
Mixed Signal IP development: Oversee the end-to-end design and development of mixed signal IPs, ensuring high quality deliverables that meet technical specification
Ensure designs meet performance, power and area targets as well as industry standards.
Project Management: Monitor project progress, identifying and mitigating risks to ensure timely delivery. Allocate resources for given tasks.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and ensure alignment with overall project goals
Customer Engagement & Support: Provide technical support and guidance to customers during IP integration and usage
IP portfolio Management: Manage the mixed-signal IP portfolio, ensuring it meets market demands and aligns with strategic goals
Oversee IP documentation, version control and maintenance to ensure long-term reliability and usability
Innovation: Identify emerging trends and technologies in the mixed-signal domain and incorporate them into the IP roadmap
Quality Assurance & Compliance: Implement rigorous testing and validation procedures to guarantee IP functionality and reliability. Conduct design reviews and audits to maintain high standards of quality throughout the development process
Job Qualification:
Educational background:
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field
Strong foundational knowledge in both analog and digital circuit design principles
Experience
Minimum of 15 years of experience in mixed-signal IP design and development
At least 10 years of experience in a leadership or management role within a semiconductor or related industry
Proven track record of successfully leading mixed-signal IP projects from concept through to production.
Technical skills:
Expertise in mixed-signal circuit design, including ADCs, DACs, PLLs, SerDes and other key components
Proficiency in using Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools such as Cadence, Synopsys or Mentor Graphics
In-depth understanding of semiconductor processes, device physics and fabrication technologies
Familiarity with industry standards and protocols such as USB, HDMI, MIPI, PCIe, etc…
Experience with layout in advanced process nodes, verification flow/methodology and testability of mixed-signal IPs
Leadership and Communication skills
Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate a multidisciplinary team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage customer relationships
Quality and Compliance
Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and ensuring that all IPs meet relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements
Experience in conducting design reviews, audits, and implementing best practices in quality assurance
Project management skills
Strong project management abilities, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation and risk management.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results within tight timelines
Strategic Thinking
Ability to identify emerging trends in the mixed-signal domain and adapt strategies accordingly
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation
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