Principal Analog IC Design Lead – Audio ADC/DAC & Mixed-Signal Converters

High-performance audio starts long before a speaker plays a sound. It starts with a Sigma-Delta ADC, a precision DAC, a brilliantly architected Codec — and the engineer who designed it all. At Texas Instruments, we're building the next generation of audio converters for Automotive, Industrial, and Personal Electronics — and we need the analog IC leader who can own it from concept to silicon to production.

📌 About the Role

Texas Instruments is seeking a Principal Analog IC Design Lead to join our Audio Converter Design team — a group with full end-to-end charter for developing cutting-edge Audio ADCs, DACs, Codecs, and Class D integrated devices for the Personal Electronics, Automotive, and Industrial market segments.

These are highly integrated mixed-signal ICs with on-chip digital signal processing capabilities — some of the most technically complex and market-impactful designs in TI's analog portfolio.As a core member of this team, you'll carry complete product ownership from architectural definition through volume production. You'll collaborate with Digital Design, Layout, Firmware, Verification, Validation, Test, Systems, Applications, and Marketing teams — and you'll be the technical anchor that holds it all together.

This is a role for an analog engineer who thinks architecturally, leads decisively, and delivers flawlessly.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

Lead an Analog IC design team with full product ownership and responsibility — from definition through release to manufacturingDrive architectural decisions and process selection — make assignments, provide design guidance, develop schedules, and monitor progress throughout the projectHands-on design participation in high-performance Sigma-Delta ADCs, DACs, PLLs, Op-amps, and Class D integrated audio devicesEvaluate design results during both the design phase and silicon evaluation to ensure all technical objectives are met on scheduleProvide design and layout guidance to physical layout engineers; monitor IC layout progress against schedule and quality targetsCollaborate with Design Verification teams during pre-PG phases to ensure all technical tasks are completed before process go-aheadWork with Systems, Applications, and Marketing teams to develop product briefs, datasheets, application notes, and contribute to roadmap and new concept creationDrive silicon debug and provide design support for customer issues and field returnsEnable successful production transfer by collaborating with Validation, Product Engineering, and Test Engineering teamsLead customer and field sales discussions — understanding customer designs, solving problems, and supporting design winsActively hire, develop, and evaluate engineering talent — growing the team into the next generation of analog leaders

✅ Required Skills

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field5–15 years of analog design experience with demonstrated Chip Lead or Analog Design Lead ownership4+ years hands-on experience with high-performance Sigma-Delta ADC / DAC / PLL / Op-amp designProven experience as Chip Lead or Analog Design Lead — owning a full project from spec to siliconStrong understanding of signal processing, low-noise, low-distortion, and high-efficiency analog circuit designMixed-signal IC design expertise — integrating analog precision with on-chip digital processingProven record of nurturing and developing engineering talentStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills🌟 Preferred QualificationsExperience with Class D amplifier integration in audio codec or converter devicesBackground in audio IC design for Automotive (AEC-Q100), Industrial, or Personal Electronics market segmentsFamiliarity with on-chip DSP architectures in mixed-signal audio devicesAbility to establish strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholdersExperience communicating project status, risks, and solutions to senior management and customersDemonstrated ability to quickly ramp on new systems, processes, and technologiesStrong time management skills that consistently enable on-time project deliveryExperience with IC CAD tools — Cadence toolset, SPICE/Spectre simulation, top-down design methodologiesKnowledge of semiconductor IC processing, advanced packaging, and production test solutions

🚀 Why Join Texas Instruments?

🎵 Define the Future of Audio Silicon TI's audio converter portfolio serves the world's most demanding markets — Automotive safety systems, Industrial automation, and premium Personal Electronics. Your designs will be heard, literally, in products used by millions.

🧠 End-to-End Product Ownership From the first architectural whiteboard session to volume production sign-off — this role gives you complete charter and accountability. Few roles in analog IC design offer this level of ownership.

🤝 Collaborate With the Best You'll interface with Digital Design, Firmware, Verification, Validation, Test, Systems, Applications, and Marketing teams — building influence and expertise that spans the entire semiconductor product ecosystem.

💰 Competitive Compensation Market-leading salary, long-term incentives, comprehensive benefits, and the financial stability of a global Fortune 500 semiconductor leader.

🌱 Build & Grow a Team This role isn't just about your own technical contributions — it's about growing the next generation of analog talent at one of the world's most respected semiconductor companies.

📣 Call to Action

The best audio ICs don't happen by accident. They're architected, led, and delivered by engineers who refuse to compromise on performance.If that's how you think about analog design — Apply now.