Analog Design Manager - Audio Team

Who are we and what do we do?

We are seeking a Analog Design Manager for our development team, which is part of the Low Power Audio (LPA) product line, which is part of Audio BU. This role provides a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class team that develops best-in-class audio amplifiers which cater to a wide array of market segments and end-applications including cellphones, tablets, IoT devices, smart speakers etc. TI being a market leader in this technology domain, this role provides the challenge to drive continuous innovation while executing to the demands of the market. These products contain multiple sub-systems, which include high performance higher-order Class-D stages, high accuracy sense circuitry for speaker protection and corrections, data converters (sigma delta ADCs, DACs, SAR ADCs), power systems(boost converters, charge pumps, LDOs) etc. which are built as part of a complex audio SoC which provides all the smarts of a SmartAmp device.

What will you be doing in this role? (Responsibilities)

As a Lead Analog Engineer for LPA development team, you will be part of a high-performance team delivering cutting edge audio products. In this role, you will be handing the following responsibilities :

Development of analog modules for complex audio amplifier systems, with focus on one or more of these domains

High performance, high-order loop Audio ClassD amplifiers

High accuracy signal / sense path which has sigma Delta converters, high-CMRR / linearity amplifiers etc.

High voltage designs either in power converters(boost) and output drivers which operate out of Architect, plan, design and track the development of complex analog modules

Take the design through the pre-silicon development as well as support the post-silicon evaluation and debug

Work with Systems Team / Technologist to understand the customer requirements and participate in the definition of new products

Drive architectural trade-offs based on system level understanding, and translate system requirements to module specifications

Guiding and mentoring the younger engineers in the team

Responsible for the overall design quality by ensuring that best practices etc. are followed

Working with the application team during post-release support, regarding specific customer queries

What do we expect from you? (Mini Qualifications)

Good fundamental knowledge in analog design and experience in complex blocks

Expertise in one or more of the following domains :

High performance signal-chain design and sensing, (Converters, High performance amplifiers, high accuracy current / voltage sensing etc.)

Power system / driver designs (Power converters, high voltage output drivers)

Audio signal path (higher order ClassD systems)

Experienced with IC design and full development cycle from definition through release to production.

Effective communication skills to interact with all stakeholders.

Knowledge of analog circuit design techniques, including basic building blocks of voltage / current references, data converters, oscillators etc.

Must be highly focused and remain committed to obtaining closure on project goals.

Team and People Skills : The candidate should have good people skills to work closely with all the stakeholder teams

Preferred Skills / Experience

Experience in analog development in designs of signal chain components, power system design, high voltage modules

Experience in signal processing is a plus

8+ Years Experience