Principal Analog IC Design Engineer, High Speed SerDes

SAN JOSE Until 8/21/2026 7+ years exp First posted January 27, 2026 Last posted June 6, 2026
Job description

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

The Principal Analog IC Designer is responsible for the design and development of analog/mixed signal IC circuit blocks from initial concept/specification through final verification of conformance to customer specifications.

  • Candidate’s background should include a minimum of 7 years of experience in CMOS SerDes or high-speed I/O IC design and development.
  • Working knowledge of a set of common SerDes standards and their electrical requirements is a plus.
  • Must have a thorough understanding of jitter and signal equalization techniques
  • Proficient design experience in most of the following SerDes circuit blocks:  Driver; Receiver; Serializer; Deserializer; Phase Interpolator; Low jitter PLL; High Speed Clock Distribution; ADC and DAC; Bias and Bandgap; and Voltage Regulators
  • Excellent problem solving skills, analog aptitude, good communication skills, and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
  • Position requires proficiency in using CAD tools for circuit simulation, layout, and physical verification
  • Cadence tool experience, lab test experience, and design experience at >10Gbps and in <28nm technologies are a plus
  • MS or PhD in EE

The annual salary range for California is $136,500 to $253,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.

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About this role

Summary

Designs high-speed analog/mixed signal IC circuits, including driver, receiver, PLL, ADC, DAC.

Job title

Principal Analog IC Design Engineer, High Speed SerDes

Experience level

7+ years

Minimum experience

7+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Must be located in or near san jose, california

Salary

$137k–$254k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

CMOS SerDessignal jittersignal equalizationcircuit simulationcadence

Preferred skills

lab test experience<28nm technologieslab testcadence toolslab measurement

Specializations

analogmixed signalSerDeshigh-speed I/Ocircuit design
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Jose, CA, USA

On-site City