Principal Analog Design Engineer (Semiconductors)

TL;DR

Principal Analog Design Engineer (Semiconductors): Designing high-speed analog circuits for optical transceivers with an accent on transistor-level design, layout supervision, and post-layout verification. Focus on developing advanced IC solutions for high-bandwidth communication infrastructure using deep submicron processes.

Location: Must be based in Pavia, Italy (On-site)

Salary: €64,500–€86,000 per annum

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in semiconductor solutions, providing essential infrastructure technology for data centers, cloud, and AI architectures.

What you will do

• Analyze block specifications and select optimal circuit topologies.
• Design analog blocks at the transistor level for high-speed optical transceivers.
• Supervise custom layout activities and conduct post-layout verifications.
• Model blocks and validate performance against specifications.
• Take ownership of entire analog macros or IPs from architecture to lab characterization.
• Train and mentor junior designers within the team.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (10+ years experience) or PhD (7+ years experience).
• Proficiency in both spoken and written Italian and English (minimum B2 level).
• Proven experience in independent IC design with full macro/IP ownership.
• Solid expertise in analog design, preferably in the multi-GHz range.
• Extensive experience in performing or supervising analog custom layout.
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. law.

Nice to have

• Direct project experience with Multi-Gbps electrical SerDes or electro-optical transceivers.
• Experience with advanced CMOS nodes, including FinFET technologies.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Environment focused on shared collaboration, transparency, and inclusivity.
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading, high-impact semiconductor technology.
• Access to resources for professional growth and development.

Hiring process

• Evaluation of individual experience and technical skills.
• Note: Use of AI tools during interviews is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification.