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Sr Analog Layout Engineer/Design Engineer

NOKIA
US Salary: $120,133.33 - $223,104.76 * Plus potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles
life insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, California, Sunnyvale
255 Caspian Drive (Show on map)
Aug 06, 2025
In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise Join Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we've united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse-combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity. Nokia is seeking a High-Speed/Analog IC Layout Engineer for full-custom analog physical design in advanced HBT, bipolar BiCMOS process technologies. The engineer will be hands-on with all phases of physical design and back-end verification, including DRC, LVS, and parasitic extraction. The engineer must be an expert in high-frequency analog design flows and tools. The engineer must be experienced with full chip assembly and verification, as well as archive and tapeout processes. The self-motivated engineer must be able to anticipate problems and devise effective solutions in a fast-paced and team-oriented R&D environment. Required to support the physical design of high-speed analog ICs for fiber-based wireline applications Required to support back-end verification, including DRC, LVS and parasitic extraction Required to execute full chip assembly (top level) and verification Familiar with archive and tapeout procedures. Familiar with revision control tools Preferred to have some experience with training others in standard layout procedures Master's degree in Electrical Engineering. Minimum 8 years of experience in high-frequency analog IC layout and back-end verification. Proficient in using Cadence and Mentor Graphics tools, as well as other high-frequency design platforms. Hands-on experience in high-frequency physical design using HBT, bipolar, and BiCMOS process technologies. Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. Proven ability to work as a strong individual contributor with exceptional initiative and a clear drive for achieving business results. Capable of collaborating effectively within a small, focused team. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Strong presentation skills, capable of clearly communicating complex technical topics. Come create the technology that helps the world act together Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world. We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work What we offer Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered. Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality: One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg Workplace Pride Global Benchmark At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed. Additional Information US/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to: Corporate Retirement Savings Plan Health and dental benefits Short-term disability, and long-term disability Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) Paid time off for holidays and Vacation Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Assistance Plan Adoption assistance Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program The above benefits exclude students. 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