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Our portfolio of image sensors can be found in many high-performance imaging applications like space exploration, medical x-ray, sciences, quantum computing, machine vision, low light, and 360 situational awareness.\nAnalog IC Design Engineer \nWe are seeking an experienced Integrated Circuit Engineer who is responsible for designing, simulating, and testing analog circuits using CMOS technology. This role requires ability to work on building blocks such as amplifiers, oscillators, and data converters. The role involves collaborating with other engineers to ensure that the circuits meet performance, power, and area requirements, as well as troubleshooting and optimizing designs for manufacturing. In addition, use specialized software tools for circuit simulation and layout verification.\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelop precision analog building blocks.\nRun schematic-level simulations, pre- and post-layout parasitic extractions.\nSupervise or execute physical layout design.\nRequired Qualifications\nBS in Electrical Engineering, or related field.\n3 to 8 years of industry experience working with deep-submicron CMOS processes (ranging from mature nodes like 180nm, 65nm down to 20nm\nDeep understanding of CMOS device physics, analog microelectronics, feedback systems, stability, and low-noise design.\nExpertise in building blocks like operational amplifiers, bandgap reference, LDOs (Low-Dropout regulators), oscillators (VCO, ring, LC tank), and data converters (ADCs/DACs, PLLs, LVDS, sLVDS, SerDes).\nProficiency in simulation and layout software, primarily Cadence (Virtuoso, Spectre, AMS) and Spice.\nUnderstanding IC layout constraints, floor planning, and running DRC (Design Rule Checking), LVS (Layout Versus Schematic), and ERC (Electrical Rule Checking).\nPreferred Qualifications\nCMOS image sensor design or sensor readout electronics.\nExperience with Stacked chips and/or 1D-2D Stitching.\nMixed-signal integration with digital blocks.\nLow-noise and low-power design.\nFairchild Imaging provides our employees with a range in benefits offerings that includes:\n9/80 Schedule - You get every other Friday off!\nMedical, Dental and Vision coverage with multiple plan offerings\nHealth Savings Account with an employer contribution annually\n401(k) retirement plans with Employer matching\nTuition Reimbursement\nGenerous Paid Time Off policy \nThe compensation salary range for this role is $120,000 to $160,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, education, certifications, and knowledge.\nFairchild Imaging is an equal opportunity employer. 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