Analog IC Design Engineer, AMS

Lightmatter is leading the revolution in AI data center infrastructure, enabling the next giant leaps in human progress. The company invented the world’s first 3D-stacked photonics engine, Passage, capable of connecting thousands to millions of processors at the speed of light in extreme-scale data centers for the most advanced AI and HPC workloads.Lightmatter raised $400 million in its Series D round, reaching a valuation of $4.4 billion. We will continue to accelerate the development of data center photonics and grow every department at Lightmatter!If you're passionate about tackling complex challenges, making an impact, and being an expert in your craft, join our team of brilliant scientists, engineers, and accomplished industry leaders.Lightmatter is (re)inventing the future of computing with light!About this RoleJoin a cutting-edge team at the forefront of silicon photonics and analog circuit design! As a member of the analog team, you’ll collaborate with our architects and engineers to develop analog and mixed-signal (AMS) solutions for next-generation optical and wireline communication systems.ResponsibilitiesDesign analog/mixed-signal (AMS) circuits used in control loops, such data converters, amplifiers, drivers, comparators, bandgap, and moreSupport micro-architecture development with chip architects by conducting feasibility studiesCollaborate with members of our design engineering teams (system, digital, analog, photonics/laser) to define electrical requirementsDocument design simulations and verifications towards formal design reviewsDrive block-level floorplan, mask design views, and their reviewsRun post-layout and mixed-signal top-level simulations to validate integrationDefine production and bench-level test plansValidate the performance of the circuits in the labQualificationsMS with 12+ years of relevant experience, OR Ph.D. with 9+ years of industry experience designing analog and mixed-signal circuitsSolid understanding of CMOS device characteristics, noise, mismatch, linearity, and design trade-offsExperience with Cadence Design EnvironmentExperience in testing analog circuits in a lab environmentAbility to work collaboratively with people across multiple functional areasPreferred QualificationsExperience interfacing with Silicon photonics (MZM, Ring) or laser IC is a plusExperience in chip top-level design is a plusWe offer competitive compensation. The base salary range for this role determined based on location, experience, educational background, and market data.Salary Range$190,000 - $230,000 USDRetirement Savings Matching ProgramLife Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Paid Family LeaveShort Term & Long Term DisabilityTraining & DevelopmentFlexible, hybrid workplace modelEquity grants (applicable to full-time employees)Benefits eligibility may vary depending on your employment status. Lightmatter recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.Export ControlCandidates should have capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws.Voluntary Self-IdentificationLightmatter is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The information collected in voluntary self-identification is used solely for compliance with equal employment opportunity laws and is kept confidential. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08