Data Converter Design Architect (ADC/DAC)

• Job Title

Data Converter Design Architect (ADC/DAC)

• Location, Work Mode, Experience Range

Location: Noida U P

Work Mode: Onsite

Experience: 5–15 Years

• Role Overview

The role involves leading the architecture, design, and silicon validation of high-performance data converters, including ADCs and DACs, for mixed-signal semiconductor applications. The candidate will define system-level specifications, drive architectural trade-offs, and ensure performance targets across PVT conditions.

This position requires strong expertise in analog/mixed-signal design along with hands-on silicon validation and cross-functional collaboration.

• Key Responsibilities
• Define architecture for ADCs (SAR, Pipeline, Sigma-Delta) and DACs (Current-Steering, R-2R, Sigma-Delta)
• Design and optimize key analog blocks such as Sample & Hold, comparators, references, DAC arrays, and clocking circuits
• Drive key performance metrics including SNR, ENOB, SFDR, resolution, speed, power, and area
• Analyze and optimize noise, linearity, matching, and dynamic performance across PVT conditions
• Develop calibration, trimming, and digital correction techniques for performance improvement
• Ensure robust clocking schemes, synchronization, and digital interface integration
• Perform system-level modeling and validation using MATLAB/Python
• Lead silicon bring-up, debugging, and characterization in lab environment
• Collaborate with digital, layout, and system teams for full-chip integration
• Conduct design reviews and guide architectural decisions
• Mentor junior engineers and support technical development of the team
• Required Qualifications
• M.Tech / PhD in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 5–10 years of experience in Analog / Mixed-Signal IC Design
• Proven track record of successful silicon in ADC and/or DAC designs
• Technical Skills

Data Converter Architecture

• ADC Architectures: SAR, Pipeline ADC, Sigma-Delta ADC
• DAC Architectures: Current-Steering DAC, R-2R DAC, Sigma-Delta DAC

Analog Design Fundamentals

• Noise analysis, linearity, dynamic range, jitter, sampling theory
• Mismatch analysis and mitigation techniques

Analog Building Blocks

• Comparators, amplifiers, voltage/current references
• Sample & Hold circuits, switches, DAC arrays

Design & Simulation Tools

• Cadence Virtuoso
• Spectre / Analog simulation tools
• MATLAB / Python for modeling and analysis

Silicon Validation & Debug

• Lab measurement, characterization, and debugging
• Performance validation across PVT corners
• Good to Have (Optional)
• Experience with advanced CMOS technology nodes
• Exposure to DSP-based calibration techniques
• Experience with high-speed or high-resolution data converters
• Understanding of system-level integration and signal chain design

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