The Role
Develops high-speed analog ICs exceeding 100 Gbaud for optical networking products. Responsibilities span product definition, circuit design, layout, verification, bring-up, design validation, qualification, testing, characterization, and production ramp-up. The role collaborates with verification, CAD, product, test, operations, and reliability teams and supports system-level customers. Required expertise includes SiGe BiCMOS or CMOS analog design, high-frequency structures, device physics, RF wafer probing, laboratory equipment, and high-speed IC evaluation.
Summary Generated by Built In
In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise
Join Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we’ve united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse—combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity.
Nokia is seeking a Senior/Staff High-Speed Analog IC Design R&D Engineer to create innovative products in a fast-paced and collaborative team environment. The engineer will be hands-on with all phases of R&D including product definition, circuit design, layout, verification, bring-up, DVT, qualification, test and production ramp-up. As a member of a vertically-integrated team, the engineer will be directly supporting system level customers and will be closely working with product, operations and reliability teams. The self-motivated engineer must be able to anticipate problems and devise effective solutions.
Responsibilities- Responsible for developing > 100Gbaud ICs for future generation products
- In charge of many aspects of IC product development, such as design, layout, and bring-up.
- Work closely with verification, CAD, product and test engineering teams to devise and conduct DVT plans and characterization.
- Experience with High-speed analog IC designs with SiGe BiCMOS or CMOS
- Knowledge of transmission lines and other high-frequency passive structures
- A good understanding of device physics and impact on analog circuits and techniques to improve performance.
- Experience with RF wafer probing, lab equipment and evaluation of high-speed analog ICs
- Familiarity with VerilogA and CAD scripting languages (Skill, python, shell scripts) would be an asset.
- Must be a team player with good verbal and written communication skills
Education Requirements
- BS 5+ years – MS/PhD preferred
- MS 3+ years
- PhD
Skills Required
- Experience designing high-speed analog ICs using SiGe BiCMOS or CMOS
- Knowledge of transmission lines and high-frequency passive structures
- Understanding of device physics and its impact on analog circuits
- Experience with RF wafer probing, laboratory equipment, and high-speed analog IC evaluation
- BS degree with 5 or more years of experience
- MS degree with 3 or more years of experience
- PhD degree
- Familiarity with Verilog-A, Skill, Python, or shell scripting
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
Nokia Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity programs include a global employee share purchase plan with company matching and multi‑year share awards. These mechanisms broaden participation and tie rewards to long‑term outcomes.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes major medical plans with supplementary options such as vision, legal services, and care navigation. The range of offerings indicates comprehensive support for medical needs.
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Parental & Family Support — A global policy grants paid leave for new parents regardless of gender and provides structured return‑to‑work support. Company‑paid life insurance further strengthens family protection across regions.
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The Company
What We Do
At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together. As a trusted partner for critical networks, we are committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. We create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs. Adhering to the highest standards of integrity and security, we help build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable and inclusive world.
