Staff Engineer, Product Applications

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, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at and on LinkedIn and X.Staff Engineer, Product Applications – Power Management High Performance Power | Applications EngineeringPrimary Location: San Jose, CA (or Durham, NC)Business Unit: High Performance Power (HPP) – Bucks, Boost, Buck-Boost & LDO ApplicationsAbout Analog DevicesAnalog Devices, Inc. (ADI) designs and manufactures industry-leading analog, mixed-signal, and power management solutions that bridge the physical and digital worlds. Our technologies enable breakthroughs across data centers, automotive, industrial, communications, aerospace, and defense markets. At ADI, we combine deep technical expertise with a customer-first mindset to solve our customers’ most complex challenges.Role DescriptionThe High-Performance Power Applications team is seeking an experienced Staff Applications Engineer to support our DC-DC power product portfolio. This is a hands-on technical role for an engineer who has moved beyond foundational applications support and is ready to independently own complex customer engagements, drive technical solutions with minimal oversight, and begin mentoring more junior engineers on the team.The successful candidate will work closely with design, product marketing, and systems teams to support customer design-ins and design-wins across industrial, communications, and data center markets, while developing deeper subject-matter expertise within a specific product sub-family.Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the key technical point of contact for customer applications questions on DC-DC power productsIndependently lead product validation, characterization, and evaluation for new and existing power ICs, including bench testing, EMI/noise measurement, and control-loop analysisDevelop customer-facing collateral including evaluation boards, design tools, simulation models, application notes, and technical presentationsGuide customers through system integration, design optimization, and troubleshooting for both standard and custom power architecturesConduct in-depth product and application training sessions for FAEs, distributors, and customersPartner with design and product marketing teams to translate customer and market requirements into next-generation product definitionsIdentify recurring technical issues or systemic gaps and drive cross-functional root-cause analysis and resolutionMentor junior applications engineers and review their technical work, lab methodology, and customer communicationsContribute to team knowledge base by documenting best practices, common failure modes, and design guidelinesMinimum QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field7+ years of hands-on experience in power electronics or power management IC applications engineeringStrong working knowledge of DC-DC converter topologies and LDO regulators, including compensation and control-loop designDemonstrated ability to independently debug complex power system issues in the lab, including noise, stability, and thermal performanceProficiency with PCB layout review, circuit simulation tools (e.g., SIMPLIS, LTspice), and standard lab equipmentTrack record of direct, successful customer engagement and technical ownership of design-in supportExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting to both technical and non-technical audiencesDemonstrated capability to work independently while collaborating effectively across engineering, marketing, and sales functionsPreferred QualificationsExperience with datacenter, industrial power systemsFamiliarity with EMI/EMC pre-compliance testing and mitigation techniquesFamiliarity with PMBus or other digital power management interfacesWhat We're Looking ForA self-directed engineer who takes ownership of problems through to resolutionA strong communicator who can distill complex technical topics for varied audiencesA collaborative team member who elevates the technical capability of those around themA customer-first mindset paired with rigorous, data-driven engineering practiceAnalog 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.For 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 $150,978 to $218,624.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, CA, San Jose, Rio RoblesType: Full time