Analog Layout Lead (Photonics)

Location: San Jose, United States

Company

hirify.global is a well-funded photonics startup building optical interconnects and photonic engines for AI supercomputing infrastructure.

What you will do

• Lead full-custom layout for complex analog and mixed-signal blocks, including PLLs, ADCs, DACs, LDOs, bandgaps, and high-speed I/O.
• Define analog layout methodologies, design rules, and best practices for matching, shielding, noise isolation, and signal integrity.
• Collaborate with circuit designers on schematic translation, layout constraints, parasitic extraction, and post-layout analysis.
• Own physical verification closure, including DRC, LVS, antenna checks, and tape-out readiness across advanced process nodes.
• Establish floorplanning and integration strategies for analog IP within larger mixed-signal SoCs.
• Guide, mentor, and review layout engineers and contractors while coordinating methodology, quality, and delivery schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of full-custom analog and mixed-signal layout experience for production silicon using advanced CMOS nodes, preferably 28nm or below.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience with industry-standard layout tools such as Cadence Virtuoso.
• Experience taking high-performance analog blocks from concept through tape-out, including PLLs, voltage regulators, data converters, or high-speed interfaces.
• Experience collaborating with circuit design teams and managing, mentoring, and reviewing layout engineers and external contractors.

Nice to have

• Experience with post-layout simulation, RC extraction, and back-annotated verification using Spectre or Calibre.
• Experience evaluating process design kits and design rules for new process-node bring-up.
• Analog layout experience for photonics, AI infrastructure, wearable, mobile, or IoT SoCs.
• Experience with 3D stacking, advanced packaging layout, or reusable analog layout templates.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities and certification support.
• Access to advanced technology and cloud platforms.
• Collaborative cross-functional environment within a Silicon Valley-headquartered team.