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Analog/Mixed Signal Architect

Lightmatter
Location
Boston, MA; Mountain View, CA
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Architecture
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • PhD in electrical engineering, physics, applied physics, or a related discipline
  • Experience in designing and testing optical front-end receivers and transmitters (TIAs, drivers), CTLE, DFE, ADC, DAC, oscillators, etc. in advanced CMOS
  • Power user of simulation tools Cadence Virtuoso, Cadence Spectre, Verilog-A, IBIS-AMI simulators
  • Ability and desire to collaborate in a cross-disciplinary team
  • Excellent written and communication skills
  • Demonstrated strong problem solving skills specifically pertaining to problems that do not have obvious solutions.
Nice to have
  • Understanding of signal processing (i.e., equalization, digital signal processing, and coding) and signal integrity in optical communication
  • Experience in silicon photonic devices (Mach-Zehnder and microring modulators, thermally tuned components)
  • A culture champion for Lightmatter, aligns with the company’s light-hearted culture
  • Willing and able to learn quickly. Self-starter with a 'no task is too big or small' attitude
  • Innovative and flexible; realizes that a one-size-fits-all approach will not always solve the problem at hand
What the job really is

As an Analog/Mixed Signal Architect at Lightmatter, you will design and develop innovative analog architecture solutions for high-speed AMS circuit blocks tailored for optical transceivers. Your role involves collaborating with various engineering teams to create detailed technical documents, modeling solutions, and representing the company at technical conferences. You will work closely with analog, digital, photonic, and software teams to contribute to the development of groundbreaking products in AI computing.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Savings Matching Program
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options beyond a flexible, hybrid model
  • Salary range provided but not detailed on how it varies by experience or education
  • Role involves high collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines, which may require adaptability to different working styles
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