About Analog DevicesAnalog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible.
Learn more at and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).Edge Compute Architect for Optical SystemsThe Analog Garage is ADI’s Research and Advanced Development Center in downtown Boston and empowers ADI by pioneering breakthrough technologies. The Deep Tech Innovation group within the Analog Garage brings together systems architecture, advanced semiconductor and fabrication capabilities, and multidisciplinary science to invent, prototype, and validate new technology platforms.The Deep Tech Innovation group is seeking an experienced Edge Compute Architect for Optical Systems to develop high impact solutions to challenges in human health, autonomy & intelligence, energy, and other strategic focus areas for ADI. We are seeking a digital-first architect with experience in advanced optical systems, to define, integrate, and evaluate compute architectures close to the sensor, and validate end-to-end performance. The successful candidate will play a central role in creating intelligent sensing platforms, leveraging ADI’s broad portfolio of advanced semiconductor technologies.Key ResponsibilitiesDigital Architecture for in- or near-Sensor ComputeDefine dataflow and compute architectures for ASIC- or FPGA-based near-sensor processing, including streaming pipelines, memory and bandwidth budgets, latency targets, and power constraintsMap computational imaging, computer vision, and ML inference algorithms to hardware-feasible forms; specify numerical precision and quantization strategiesOwn real-time performance budgeting, including throughput and latency modeling, and drive architecture decisions that enable real-time reconstruction and analysisPartition functionality across ASIC/FPGA, embedded processors, and software; define interfaces and performance requirementsOptical Sensor System ArchitectureCo-design end-to-end sensing systems—optics, sensor, readout, and compute—and perform trade studies across SNR, resolution, dynamic range, throughput, latency, robustness, and complexityDevelop or adapt physics-based models of sensor system performance and validate predictions against laboratory and field measurementsPrototyping & ValidationLead system-level prototyping and integration including sensor, optics, electronics, and FPGA, as well as instrumentation and data pipelinesPartner with digital and mixed-signal design teams to iterate on designs and evaluate resultsCommunication & InnovationProduce architecture documentation, performance budgets, and technical reports; communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholdersContribute to IP generation and platform planning for advanced sensor systemsQualificationsEducation and BackgroundPhD with relevant research or industry experience, or MS with relevant and extensive industry experience, in EE/CS/Optical Engineering/Applied Physics or related.Deep background in signal and image processing, including experience applying modern machine-learning and AI approaches in resource-constrained sensing systemsStrong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and conferencesSoft SkillsEager to work on challenging, open-ended problems and understand their broader application contextExcellent problem-solving skills with a creative, persistent approach to complex technical challengesStrong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiencesAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary research environmentFor positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc.
may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C.
1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.EEO is the Law: Notice of Applicant Rights Under the Law.Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the timeShift Type: 1st Shift/DaysThe expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $144,000 to $198,000.Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.SummaryLocation: US, MA, BostonType: Full time
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