Staff Design Engineer

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San Jose, CA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Cloud • Software • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Designs block-level analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits, including circuit simulation, schematic capture, layout verification, post-layout extraction and simulation, and top-level integration. The role focuses on ADC design and transistor-level analog circuitry while collaborating across digital, systems, packaging, ESD, testing, and applications teams. Responsibilities include reducing design risk, verifying designs, and applying Cadence or Mentor tools.
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Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is one of the fastest growing companies in the Semiconductor industry. We are worldwide technical leaders in Integrated Power Semiconductors and Systems Power delivery architectures. At MPS, we cultivate creativity, are passionate about sustainability, and are committed to providing leading-edge products and innovation to our customers. Our portfolio of technology helps power our world ---come join our team and see how YOU can make a difference.

Job Description:

As a staff level design engineer, you will be responsible for block level analog circuit design, simulation; schematic capture; layout verification and post-layout extraction and simulation; top-level integration and verification


Requirements:

  • Minimum MSEE and 5 years of experience in analog and mixed-signal integrated circuit design
  • Prior design experience in ADC design: SAR/Delta-Sigma/Counting/Pipelined
  • Prior design experience in Low-Noise Amplifier/Op-amp/RF design is a plus
  • Solid understanding of transistor level analog and digital circuit theory
  • Good analog integrated circuit implementation skills and knowledge in reducing design risk
  • Proficiency in design tools such as Cadence/Mentor
  • Solid knowledge in layout design and extraction is a plus
  • Knowledge of digital design flow, digital system, and analog/digital interface and integration is a plus
  • Experience on mixed-mode system level simulation (i.e., AMS) on SOC is a plus
  • Solid written & verbal communication abilities.
  • Self-motivated, willing to learn new technologies, & capable of working effectively within a group of individuals across multiple disciplines (analog, digital, system/algorithms, packaging/ESD, test/application and etc.).

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of MPS to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Skills Required

  • Minimum MSEE degree
  • At least 5 years of experience in analog and mixed-signal integrated circuit design
  • Prior design experience with ADC architectures, including SAR, Delta-Sigma, counting, or pipelined ADCs
  • Solid understanding of transistor-level analog and digital circuit theory
  • Analog integrated circuit implementation skills and knowledge of reducing design risk
  • Proficiency with design tools such as Cadence or Mentor
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines
  • Prior Low-Noise Amplifier, op-amp, or RF design experience
  • Knowledge of layout design and extraction
  • Knowledge of digital design flow, digital systems, and analog/digital interface integration
  • Experience with mixed-mode system-level AMS simulation on SoC

Monolithic Power Systems Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Bonuses and patent incentives are emphasized as core parts of compensation, with recurring performance-based payouts described as a meaningful upside. Incentive structures appear embedded in technical roles alongside long-term stock components.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity is available through long‑term stock incentives and a discounted ESPP, and some describe strong stock performance in recent years as boosting total compensation. Equity opportunities are positioned as part of the standard rewards mix for eligible roles.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is portrayed as rich and comprehensive, including medical, dental, and vision alongside company‑paid life and disability. Wellness offerings such as onsite fitness, flu clinics, and annual health checkups reinforce overall benefits depth.

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The Company
HQ: Kirkland, Washington
1,120 Employees
Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) provides small, highly energy efficient, easy-to-use power solutions for systems found in industrial applications, telecom infrastructures, cloud computing, automotive, and consumer applications. MPS'​ mission is to reduce total energy consumption in our customers'​ systems and service our customers with green, practical, compact solutions. MPS can be contacted through its website at www.monolithicpower.com or its support offices around the world. The company was founded by Michael R. Hsing in 1997 and is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington. Note: Monolithic Power Systems only communicates through official channels. Be cautious of unsolicited messages or job offers using similar domain names.

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