Principal Engineer, IC Systems Architect

Location: Ottawa Our Team Semtech’s Signal Integrity Products group designs high performance optical networking product platforms that enable hyperscale data center applications, enterprise networking, wireless infrastructure, including 5G fronthaul, 5G midhaul, and passive optical network/Fibre-to-the-X markets. To put it simply, whenever you use your computer to browse the latest online deals, whenever you use your smartphone to make a video call, most likely, your data is passing through one of the many high-speed devices designed by the IC team at Semtech. Our experience and expertise ensure we are always pushing the boundaries of networking speed, ensuring the best experience for our end users – you! Join us, and together we will continue to build a faster, better, and more secure online world for everyone. Job Summary The IC System Architect is an integral part of the integrated circuit design team. Working in close collaboration with analog, digital, firmware design engineers, they are responsible for aiding in the initial feasibility analysis and fabrication process selection. The individual follows the design through to defining a circuit level architecture and verifying the evolving implementation continues to meet the application requirements. Responsibilities Assessing system level requirements to meet target applications Mapping system level requirements on to integrated circuit functional blocks Working directly as part of the IC design team to find the optimal power, performance and cost tradeoffs Preliminary circuit-level feasibility for critical elements Detailed modelling of IC and external components to project target performance Algorithm development for on-chip calibration and signal conditioning Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as electrical engineering etc. 10 years direct industry experience in IC development for high speed communications systems High speed analog and mixed signal circuit design Through understanding of linear and non-linear channel simulation techniques Deep understanding of signal equalization techniques and clock-and-data recovery for wideband, multi-gigabit systems The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. We may leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance efficiency during candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment. Final hiring decisions remain with our Hiring Teams, not AI systems. A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $140,000-$165,000. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package.

The IC System Architect is responsible for initial feasibility analysis, fabrication process selection, and defining circuit-level architectures. They map system requirements to functional blocks and develop algorithms for on-chip calibration and signal conditioning.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and over 10 years of industry experience in IC development for high-speed communications. Expertise in analog/mixed-signal design and signal equalization for multi-gigabit systems is required.

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• IC Development
• High Speed Communications Systems
• Analog Circuit Design
• Mixed Signal Circuit Design
• Linear and Non-linear Channel Simulation
• Signal Equalization Techniques
• Clock-and-Data Recovery
• System Level Requirements Mapping
• Circuit Level Architecture
• Algorithm Development
• On-chip Calibration
• Signal Conditioning
• Feasibility Analysis
• Fabrication Process Selection
• IC Modeling

• Engineering
• Technology
• Manufacturing
• Science & Research

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Aug 14, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level