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Principal Mixed Signal Architect at Blue Origin – Washington, District of Columbia

Blue Origin
Washington, District of Columbia, WX47+V7, United States
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Title: Principal Mixed Signal Architect

Location: Greater Seattle Area | Central Texas | Bay Area, CA

Position Type: Full time

Requisition ID: R63717

Description:

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 

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Job Description:

We are seeking a Principal Mixed-Signal Architect to lead the definition and development of high-performance mixed-signal subsystems for advanced communication and data-conversion SoCs. This role will own architecture, top-level specifications, behavioral modeling, IP strategy, and cross-functional integration for critical mixed-signal building blocks such as SerDes, ADCs, PLLs, VGAs, TIAs, and quantizers. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in high-speed mixed-signal IC design, strong system-level insight, and a proven track record delivering complex products in advanced process nodes.

Special Mentions:

- Relocation provided

- Travel expected up to 15% of the time
- This role is open to Seattle, Bay, San Diego and Austin Areas. A temporary remote work exception will be made for certain locations as we finalize our office spaces in the area.

Core Responsibilities

  • Own top-level specifications for mixed-signal subsystems, including:

  • Link budgets for SerDes (PAM4/NRZ)

  • ENOB/SNDR targets for high-speed ADCs

  • Develop high-level behavioral models in MATLAB, Simulink, or SystemVerilog-AMS to validate system performance before circuit implementation

  • Evaluate make-versus-buy decisions for SerDes and ADC IP and recommend the best technical and business path.

  • For internally developed solutions, lead circuit architecture and design implementation of key analog/mixed-signal blocks such as PLLs, VGAs, TIAs, and quantizers

  • Define calibration and adaptation algorithms, including FFE, DFE, and adaptive gain control, that are implemented in RTL and used to optimize analog block performance

  • Partner with packaging and physical design teams to define pinouts, bump maps, guard rings, and isolation strategies that minimize noise coupling between high-speed analog and noisy digital logic

  • Drive cross-functional architecture tradeoffs across analog, digital, packaging, and system teams

  • Lead post-silicon validation of mixed-signal subsystems in the lab using high-speed test equipment such as oscilloscopes and BERTs.

  • Support debug, characterization, and performance correlation between simulation and silicon results.

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship across mixed-signal architecture and design activities.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Sciences Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Analog/Mixed-Signal design.

  • 15+ years of experience in mixed-signal IC design.

  • Proven track record delivering high-speed SerDes (16G/32G/56G/112G) and high-speed ADCs such as SAR, Pipeline, or Sigma-Delta architectures.

  • Deep experience in advanced FinFET process nodes (7nm, 5nm, or below).

  • Strong expertise managing layout-dependent effects (LDE), electromigration, and other advanced-node implementation challenges.

  • Expert knowledge of industry-standard design and simulation tools including Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre/HSPICE, and AMS Designer.

  • Strong understanding of mixed-signal system architecture, performance tradeoffs, and silicon validation.

  • Experience working across architecture, circuit design, RTL, packaging, and lab validation teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Analog/Mixed-Signal design.

  • Familiarity with EM simulation tools such as EMX or Ansys.

  • Understanding of high-speed interface and networking protocols such as PCIe Gen5/Gen6 and Ethernet.

  • Experience defining calibration, adaptation, and equalization schemes for high-speed links and data converters.

  • Background in system modeling and architecture evaluation for communication or sensor-interface applications.

  • Experience partnering with packaging teams on signal integrity, substrate noise, and high-speed integration challenges.

  • Strong lab bring-up and post-silicon debug experience for mixed-signal silicon.


Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $230,773.00 - $323,081.85WA applicants is $230,773.00 - $323,081.85

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

  • Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

  • Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

  • Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

  • Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

  • Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

  • Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

  • Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

Job Location

Washington, District of Columbia, WX47+V7, United States

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