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Staff System Architecture and Design Engineer
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Designs and develops high-voltage power converters and intelligent power systems for AI data centers, owning system architecture, debugging, and cross-functional integration of power electronics, firmware, and silicon.
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About Analog Devices
Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.
Staff System Architecture and Design Engineer
Data Center & Energy (DCE)
San Jose, CA
About the Role
As a System Engineer, you will own the system development of high-voltage power converters — from power system architecture, power distribution box (PDBs) to intelligent power integration platforms. You will work at the intersection of power electronics, embedded firmware, and system architecture to deliver high-efficiency solutions that support the rapidly evolving power demands of AI data center.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and optimize multi-kW intelligent system products including high voltage PDBs, DC/DC modules and intelligent power for AI data center.
- Own the debug, testing, bring-up, and troubleshooting of system prototype in the lab, including hands-on measurement and root-cause analysis.
- Perform system modeling, simulation, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure robust system performance.
- Develop power modules and system products, including electrical, thermal, and mechanical integration of DC/DC controllers, power stages, wide-bandgap (GaN or SiC) devices, and protection solutions.
- Design isolated power solutions and magnetic components to meet performance, safety, efficiency, and EMI requirements.
- Implement high-voltage power management and protection functions, including hot-swap controllers, DC/DC converters, and power-stage solutions.
- Collaborate with silicon, firmware, software, and validation teams to deliver fully integrated and tested solutions in lab.
Required Qualifications
- M.S. or above in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a closely related field.
- 3+ years of industrial experience in the project development for power converters (DC/DC, AC/DC, or inverter systems), Candidates with additional experience may be considered at the Staff Engineer level.
- Understanding of power converter topologies (LLC, phase-shifted full bridge, DAB, MMC, interleaved buck/boost) and their control requirements.
- Deep expertise in control design and implementation — voltage/current mode control, digital compensator design, and dynamic response optimization.
- Deep expertise the design tools for simulations, such as Simetrix/Simplis, Mathcad, PLECS or PSIM.
- Deep understanding of GaN/SiC device characteristics and system benefits.
- Proven ability to debug and troubleshoot power electronics systems in a lab environment — oscilloscopes, power analyzers, and thermal characterization.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of datacenter power architectures — 800V distribution, rack-level power delivery, battery backup integration are preferred.
- Experience with FPGA-based control system development (VHDL/Verilog) or FPGA/MCU partitioning for power converter applications is a plus
For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. 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: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the timeShift Type: 1st Shift/DaysThe expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $150,978 to $218,624.Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.
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