Principal Analog Mixed Signal ASIC Layout Engineer

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross‑fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join the analog mixed signal (AMS) ASIC team  physical silicon design group is responsible for creating complex analog layouts from schematics in collaboration with other members of our incredible team. These layouts are used in ASICs for national security, biomedical, and space applications. While we are seeking a principal level engineer, we consider capable applicants at all levels.

A successful candidate will assist ASIC development through creating custom analog layouts, floor planning entire chips, high‑level problem solving, and executing tape‑outs. Skills with organizing and leading other layout engineers are also highly valued. The ideal applicant is fully capable of working independently and communicating effectively with team members across different disciplines as well as program management. The candidate must have an understanding of silicon processing and its effect on circuit performance and a comprehension of basic analog circuits.

This position requires mandatory on‑site work; hybrid or remote work may be available for other roles.