Principal PLL Design Engineer

Principal PLL Design Engineer

Full-Time 120780 - 147620 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and simulate cutting-edge PLL circuits for next-gen AI tech.
  • Company: Fast-growing start-up focused on high-speed interconnect technology.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work environment, and opportunities for growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic start-up culture with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
  • Why this job: Join a team shaping the future of optical transceivers and high-speed systems.
  • Qualifications: Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years in PLL design.

The predicted salary is between 120780 - 147620 $ per year.

Are you a PLL Design Engineer, who is seeking an amazing opportunity delivering disruptive High Speed Interconnect Technology to power next generation AI? We are looking for a High-Speed CMOS PLL Analog Design Engineer who is excited to join a fast-growing Start-Up Company with a key role for expert in clocking circuits for next generation optical transceivers, high-speed SerDes, and ADC/DAC systems. Candidate will have the opportunity to architect and design PLLs for next generation transceivers.

What You Will Do

  • Understand trade-offs between different PLL topologies (e.g., integer-N, fractional-N, all-digital/ADPLL) to meet specifications for power, area, jitter, and frequency range.
  • Architect, design and simulate analog/mixed-signal PLL building blocks (VCOs, charge pumps, dividers, PFDs, Loop Filters) at transistor level using tools like Cadence Virtuoso and Spectre.
  • Address challenges in advanced node technologies, such as self-heating, electromigration, voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) linearization and device-level noise optimization.
  • Supervise and verify layouts produced by layout engineers to ensure floorplanning, matching, and parasitic minimization using advanced node technologies.
  • Be responsible for PLL bring up in the lab, conducting performance characterization using state-of-the-art lab equipment.
  • Conduct comprehensive system-level simulations and validation for PLL integration into advanced transceiver technologies.

What You Will Bring

  • Master’s degree and/or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related fields with 5+ years of relevant experience in PLL design, and production level tape-out experience.
  • Must have extensive experience with advanced node technologies (16nm/12nm, 7nm, 5nm, 3nm, 2nm processes).
  • Deep understanding of phase noise analysis, VCO design, LDOs and supporting circuitry associated with PLLs.
  • Proficient in Cadence Virtuoso, electromagnetic simulator (e.g., EMX/HFSS), and MATLAB for system-level modelling.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills.

Principal PLL Design Engineer employer: Celero Communications, Inc.

Celero Inc. is an exceptional employer for Principal PLL Design Engineers, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation in High-Speed Interconnect Technology. Located in a vibrant tech hub, the company provides competitive benefits, a collaborative culture, and ample opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for engineers eager to contribute to cutting-edge AI advancements.

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Contact Details:

Celero Communications, Inc. Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal PLL Design Engineer

PLL Design
High-Speed CMOS Design
Analog/Mixed-Signal Design
VCO Design
Phase Noise Analysis
LDO Design
Cadence Virtuoso