Data Converter Design Architect (ADC/DAC)
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- Noida, Uttar Pradesh
- Permanent
- Full-time
Work Mode: Onsite
Experience: 5 15 Years 3. Role OverviewThe 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. 4. 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
- 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
- ADC Architectures: SAR, Pipeline ADC, Sigma-Delta ADC
- DAC Architectures: Current-Steering DAC, R-2R DAC, Sigma-Delta DAC
- Noise analysis, linearity, dynamic range, jitter, sampling theory
- Mismatch analysis and mitigation techniques
- Comparators, amplifiers, voltage/current references
- Sample & Hold circuits, switches, DAC arrays
- Cadence Virtuoso
- Spectre / Analog simulation tools
- MATLAB / Python for modeling and analysis
- Lab measurement, characterization, and debugging
- Performance validation across PVT corners
- 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