Senior Director, Analog/RF/Mixed Signal IC Design and Development

Nokia

. Lead and mentor the Analog/RF ASIC Design Team, overseeing product definition, chip architecture, design, foundry selection/interactions, test, and productization .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeSunnyvale • California • United StatesSenior💰 $203,000 - $291,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Analog/RF ASIC design, including leadership in product development, team management, and strategic planning. Proficient in high-speed, low-noise circuitry and adept at navigating complex technical challenges while ensuring product quality and reliability.

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Analog/RF ASIC DesignLeadership in Technical TeamsHigh-Speed Circuitry Expertise3D EM Simulation ToolsProduct Development Lifecycle Management

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Hard Skills

Analog/RF/Mixed-Signal DesignSiGe BICMOSCMOS ICsDesign MethodologiesCircuit Topology SelectionLayout TechniquesRF Wafer ProbingTest EngineeringDVT Plans ExecutionProductization

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingCommunicationCross-Functional Leadership

Tools & Technologies

3D EM Simulation ToolsLab EquipmentEvaluation of High-Speed Analog ICs

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's (M.S.) or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Analog/RF ASIC SolutionsChip ArchitectureProduct QualityMarket TrendsProduct Roadmaps

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and mentor the Analog/RF ASIC Design Team, overseeing product definition, chip architecture, design, foundry selection/interactions, test, and productization
Strategically manage and scale the team to deliver Analog/RF ASIC solutions for Nokia's optical engine development
Implement and enforce design methodologies and processes to ensure product quality and reliability
Drive exploration and selection of circuit topologies for market-leading product performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and development roadmaps
Lead interactions with internal and external partners on foundry processes, packaging, test, and qualification
Oversee the complete IC/chip product development lifecycle, including specification, design, layout, tape-out, silicon bring-up, test, and reliability
Partner with verification, CAD, product, and test engineering teams to devise and execute DVT plans and characterization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's (M.S.) or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in Analog/RF ASIC design and leadership
Proven track record of analog/RF/mixed-signal SiGe BICMOS, CMOS ICs first-pass success in design leading to productization
Experience leading and developing high-performing, diverse technical teams
Extensive knowledge in high-speed, high-performance, low-noise Analog/RF circuitry
Strong understanding of Analog/RF/mixed signal layout techniques and best practices
Solid understanding of 3D EM simulation tools
Knowledge of RF wafer probing, lab equipment, and evaluation of high-speed analog ICs
Strong understanding of package and board-level design optimization
Fluent in verbal and written communications
Ability to independently resolve complex organizational and technical challenges
Strategic cross-functional leadership
Strategic thinking and business acumen related to product roadmaps and market trends
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Laptop support with ordering provided