Principle Engineer of Product Integration

What You'll Do

• Architectural Strategy: Interact with customers who build optical transceivers and other subsystems for optical communications (like Optical Circuit Switch).
• Define technical requirements and specifications for next-generation optical ICs (TIA, Driver, Controller) to support 800G, 1.6/3.2T.
• Portfolio Expansion: Identify gaps in the current optical communication and lead the development of new IC concepts to capture AI-driven data center growth.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with Analog IC Design teams in Shanghai and globally to ensure architectural specs are met through tape-out and silicon validation.
• Technical Mentorship: Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for optical physics and high-speed signal integrity.
• Required Qualifications Experience: 10+ years of deep-rooted experience in the Optical Communication , specifically focused on IC architecture or system-level design.
• Domain Expertise: Proven track record with utilization of optical components such as: EML (Electro-absorption Modulated Lasers) and Silicon Photonics control loops.
• High-bandwidth TIAs (Transimpedance Amplifiers) and Laser Drivers.
• Education: Master’s Degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics (Optics), or a related field.
• Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of the optical module industry (QSFP-DD, OSFP) and the specific needs of hyperscale data centers .
• Language: Professional fluency in English and Mandarin is essential for collaboration with global HQ and local design teams.
• Preferred Skills Experience in advanced CMOS, BiCMOS, or SiGe processes.
• Understanding of PAM4 modulation, FEC, and DSP integration in optical links.
• Strong network within the Chinese and global optical ecosystem.
• For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S.
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• Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
• As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.
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• Job Req Type: Experienced Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days