Analog Mixed-Signal IC Design Engineer – Data Converters (ADC/DAC), Staff - Cambridge, UK
Analog & Mixed-Signal Design
Originally posted 17 August 2026 by the employer.
About the role
This role involves analogue IC design for new radio developments within Qualcomm's IOT product line, focusing on data converters (ADCs and DACs).
What you'll do
- Design analog/RF ICs from architecture definition to final delivery.
- Develop data converters (ADCs and DACs) and general analogue circuits for new products.
- Collaborate with layout engineers to define floor plans and optimize layout for circuit performance.
- Work with the Radio system team to define system requirements.
- Perform cell characterization post-fabrication to ensure design meets system requirements.
- Guide designs through to production.
What you'll need
- 5 or more years of industrial experience in analogue/RF IC design with ADC and DAC design experience.
- Solid understanding of analogue/RF circuit design fundamentals.
- Competence in analogue design and verification using Cadence tools.
- Familiarity with system requirements for WLAN, BT, or LTE wireless standards.
- Solid background in data converter architectures, circuit design, and verification.
- Proven track record of delivering circuit designs with minimal supervision.
Nice to have
- Experience in PLL, VCO, PA, LNA, Mixer, Filter, or crystal oscillator design.
- Experience taking a design from specification through to production.
- Working knowledge of Verilog-AMS modelling, MATLAB, and Python.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment e.g. spectrum analysers, digital oscilloscopes, signal generators.
Skills: analogue/RF IC design, ADC, DAC, Cadence tools, cell characterization