At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor Analog IC Designers while managing the full New Product Introduction lifecycle.
- Company: A leading semiconductor company focused on high-performance analog and mixed-signal ICs for optical communication.
- Benefits: Clear progression into senior technical and leadership positions within a highly skilled engineering team.
- Other info: Position based in Cambridgeshire, UK with a hybrid working model.
- Why this job: Join a pivotal role in developing advanced high-speed communication ICs for AI and data centres.
- Qualifications: Requires a degree in Electronic Engineering and 10+ years of Analog IC Design experience.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Location: Cambridgeshire, UK
Working Model: Hybrid (On-site Monday–Thursday)
Company Overview
Our client is a leading semiconductor company developing high-performance analog and mixed-signal ICs for next-generation optical communication systems. Their technology enables high-speed data transfer across AI infrastructure, data centres, telecommunications networks, and fibre‑optic applications.
The Role
As Analog Design Manager, you will lead a team of Analog IC Designers and Layout Engineers while driving the development of high-speed analog and mixed‑signal products from concept through production. This is a leadership role combining technical oversight, project ownership, and people management across multiple IC development programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop Analog Design and Layout teams
- Manage full New Product Introduction (NPI) lifecycle from architecture to production
- Translate product requirements into executable design plans
- Drive multiple concurrent IC development programmes
- Collaborate with Product, Applications, Validation, Test, and Reliability teams
- Lead design reviews and tape‑out readiness activities
- Support silicon bring‑up, debug, and performance optimisation
- Present technical updates and programme status to senior leadership
Requirements
- Degree in Electronic Engineering or related discipline
- 10+ years of Analog IC Design experience
- 5+ years of engineering leadership or management experience
- Strong background in analog and mixed‑signal design, simulation, and verification
- Proven experience delivering semiconductor products through the full development lifecycle
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Experience
- High‑speed optical communication ICs
- Transimpedance Amplifiers (TIAs)
- Laser Drivers
- Advanced analog simulation environments
- Project or programme management experience
Why Join?
- Lead development of advanced high‑speed communication ICs
- Manage a highly skilled engineering team
- Work on technology enabling AI, data centres, and next‑generation networking
- Clear progression into senior technical and leadership positions
Analog Design Manager employer: microTECH Global LTD
Located in Cambridgeshire, this semiconductor company is at the forefront of high-speed data transfer technology. Employees enjoy a hybrid working model and opportunities for career advancement in a skilled team dedicated to innovation in optical communication systems.
