Director, Digital Systems and DSP Chip Architect
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£54,900
(£28.15 per hour)
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About Analog Devices
Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).
About The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and technically exceptional Director of Digital Systems and DSP Chip Architecture to lead a high-performing team of engineers focused on the architecture and development of cutting-edge mixed-signal and software-defined radio (SDR) integrated circuits. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader with a deep background in digital signal processing and digital design, and a passion for mentoring and growing engineering talent. The Chip Architect role works with customers to understand applications, documents product requirements, developments and assesses chip architecture and supports the wider team in assessing tradeoffs of implementation development.
Key Responsibilities
Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).
About The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and technically exceptional Director of Digital Systems and DSP Chip Architecture to lead a high-performing team of engineers focused on the architecture and development of cutting-edge mixed-signal and software-defined radio (SDR) integrated circuits. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader with a deep background in digital signal processing and digital design, and a passion for mentoring and growing engineering talent. The Chip Architect role works with customers to understand applications, documents product requirements, developments and assesses chip architecture and supports the wider team in assessing tradeoffs of implementation development.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership: Drive the definition and architecture of complex mixed-signal ICs and SDR chips, with a focus on digital accelerators and subsystems.
- Team Development: Foster a culture of continuous learning, technical excellence, and career growth for a team of 5–6 engineers.
- Project Execution: Support the successful execution of multiple chip development programs from concept through tape-out and validation.
- Leadership: Lead a cross-functional team to successful execution of key programs.
- 15+ years of experience, with strong understanding of DSP architecture and design and experience realizing these architectures in digital ASIC's. A strong track record of delivering complex mixed-signal or SDR IC's will be distinguishing.
- Expertise in digital signal processing, RTL design, and digital architecture.
- Proven leadership experience, including mentoring and developing engineering teams.
- Strong understanding of:
- Firmware and embedded software
- Radio architectures and signal chains
- High-speed ADCs/DACs
- SerDes and high-speed interfaces
- Microprocessor subsystems and digital accelerators
- DSP cores and custom compute architectures
- Experience with system-level modeling and simulation (e.g., MATLAB, SystemVerilog, Python).
- Demonstrated ability of requirements capture and documentation.
- Familiarity with SoC integration and verification methodologies.
- Exposure to productization and manufacturing of high-volume ICs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of advanced digital and mixed-signal systems in a leadership role that blends deep technical engagement with people development. You’ll work with a passionate team on impactful technologies in a collaborative and innovation-driven environment. For a survey of the types of devices we build, check out AD9084 (wideband MxFE), ADRV9040 (RF Transceiver), ADRV9003 (narrowband RF transceiver) on www.analog.com.
For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.
Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.
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Job Req Type: Experienced
Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days
The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $175,560 to $254,220.
EEO is the Law: Notice of Applicant Rights Under the Law.
Job Req Type: Experienced
Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days
The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $175,560 to $254,220.
- Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
- This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
- This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.