Staff Analog Design Engineer
Company websited-matrix.ai (d-Matrix, opens in new tab)
Base salary $155K to $250K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Santa Clara, CA
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- LocationSanta Clara, CA
- WorkplaceHybrid
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Join d-Matrix and help build the future of AI inference. We’ve pioneered a memory-centric architecture that brings compute directly into memory, making AI faster, more energy efficient, and accessible on a global scale. From chips and software to rack-scale systems, our team is tackling some of AI infrastructure’s hardest challenges — and shipping breakthrough technology today. If you want to create what comes next and help make infinite inference possible, we’d love to hear from you.
Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and direct communication. We value humility, we believe our different perspectives lead to better solutions, and we’re looking for people who are driven by execution and energized by hard problems.
Role Overview
d-Matrix is looking for a Staff Analog Design Engineer to lead analog-mixed signal IC design for our next-generation AI inference accelerators. This role owns circuit design for two critical subsystems: our in-memory-compute engine and the die-to-die serial interface that enables scale-out. You will drive design from schematic through silicon bring-up, guiding layout engineers working in deep sub-micron process nodes (7nm and below) and ensuring designs meet low-power performance targets across process-voltage-temperature corners. You will partner closely with layout engineers, backend/digital integration teams, and cross-site colleagues to deliver silicon-ready designs. This is a high-impact role for someone who wants to shape the analog foundations of state-of-the-art AI hardware.
What You Will Do
Design analog-mixed signal circuits using industry-standard tools such as Cadence and Synopsys
Develop schematic-level circuit designs and conduct system-level performance analysis
Build test benches to support simulation and verification, including Monte Carlo yield analysis across PVT corners
Guide layout engineers on circuit layout in deep sub-micron process nodes (7nm and below), including hands-on minor layout adjustments as needed
Partner with backend engineers to integrate design and layout, and provide circuit models to support backend verification
Support testboard design for silicon bring-up, bench debug, and characterization
Build scripts to support silicon bring-up and test feature validation
What You Will Bring
BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of related professional experience in high-speed circuit design (e.g., phase interpolators, clocking, PLL design)
Experience with schematic capture, SPICE simulation, and Monte Carlo simulation
Experience with circuit layout, extraction, and back-annotated simulation
Experience with channel modeling using MATLAB or similar tools
Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across distributed, cross-site teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
We'd be excited about candidates with deep expertise in any one of the following areas:
SerDes verification & characterization — building/maintaining analog verification infrastructure (testbenches, regressions, Monte Carlo campaigns), migrating blocks across process nodes, or reliability analysis (EM, IR drop, ESD/latch-up)
Clocking & CDR — ownership of a low-jitter PLL, phase interpolator, or CDR loop through silicon at 25 Gbps+ per lane, including bang-bang/baud-rate/DSP-assisted CDR architectures
TX/RX datapath — high-speed driver or receive front-end design (CTLE, VGA, samplers), DFE/FFE equalization, or PAM4/DSP-based receiver architectures
Die-to-die interconnect experience (UCIe, BoW, or proprietary D2D PHY), familiarity with relevant specs (OIF CEI-112G/224G, IEEE 802.3, PCIe Gen6/7), or standards body participation
Equal Opportunity Employment Policy
d-Matrix is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and empowered to do their best work. We hire the best talent for our teams, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status. Our focus is on hiring teammates with humble expertise, kindness, dedication, and a willingness to embrace challenges and learn together every day.
d-Matrix does not accept resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies. We appreciate the interest and effort of recruitment firms, but we kindly request that individuals interested in opportunities with d-Matrix apply directly through our official channels. This approach allows us to streamline our hiring processes and maintain a consistent and fair evaluation of all applicants. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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Pay in context
This role's base floor ($155,000) is above 61% of the 2,036 Engineering (non-software) roles in California listed on this site; 5 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $146,100; the middle half runs from $124,000 to $173,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.
This listingStaff Analog Design Engineer$155K to $250K
Staff Analog Design Engineer, SerDes Clocking$155K to $250K
Staff Analog Design Engineer, TX/RX Datapath$155K to $250K
Staff Software Engineer, Developer Automation$155K to $235K
Staff Test & Release Engineer, Inference Cloud$155K to $235K
Staff Software Engineer, Developer Automation - Bazel$155K to $235K
Sr. Staff Power Performance Architect$165K to $265K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Staff Analog Design Engineer (this listing) | $155K - $250K |
| Staff Analog Design Engineer, SerDes Clocking | $155K - $250K |
| Staff Analog Design Engineer, TX/RX Datapath | $155K - $250K |
| Staff Software Engineer, Developer Automation | $155K - $235K |
| Staff Test & Release Engineer, Inference Cloud | $155K - $235K |
| Staff Software Engineer, Developer Automation - Bazel | $155K - $235K |
| Sr. Staff Power Performance Architect | $165K - $265K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2025-05-20
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Santa Clara
USD 155,000 – 250,000 · 1 YEAR · Salary
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