Analog Design Engineer

Location: Oslo

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

For our IC Design Centre, we are seeking an Analogue Design & Layout Engineer who will implement analogue and mixed-signal circuit design and chip layout solutions used in CMOS image sensors (CIS), by identifying project objectives and issues; researching analogue engineering techniques and approaches; and developing circuit, components and logic designs. The type of analogue circuits will include pixel array readout, amplifiers, and analogue/digital converters, signal processing blocks for noise reduction, temperature sensors, as well as I/O interfaces and low noise regulators for use in our Image Sensor products and similar speciality innovative products.

In addition, the Analogue Designer is encouraged to contribute to the continuous improvement of design methodology and circuit innovation; develop methodology and solutions for reliability and safety in automotive products; develop methods for verifying and validating design blocks and the full chip from a system perspective by simulations and tests.

Whilst the role has a strong requirement to follow standard processes in Japan, it has the liberty to develop new technology assets and amend existing technology at the time of type development. New business models, R&D activities, investigation, technology analysis and benchmarking are empowered in this position.

You will:

• Handle analogue circuit implementation and verification.
• Support the implementation and verification of the analogue system architecture.
• Handle analogue layout implementation and physical verification.
• Prepare documentation (specification, implementation descriptions, etc.).
• QA review of the design implementation and verification.
• Support the chip top implementation, verification, and tape-out.
• Support test and debug of fabricated parts

You will have:

• Education in Electrical Engineering or Physics.
• Academic Background: Technical, Electronics, Semiconductor, Physics.
• Experience with analogue circuit implementation in industry or academia (CIS experience is preferred).
• Experience with full custom layout implementation and physical verification (DRC/LVS).
• Knowledge about digital circuits.
• English speaking and preferred additional languages such as Norwegian and Japanese.
• Experience in working with diverse and multi-functional, and remote teams.

Your new office:

Lysaker, European Development Centre (EUDC):

Our modern furnished office in Lysaker is based in the business district close to a large park and the sea, so you can enjoy a walk or a bike ride on your break, with some cafés and shops nearby too. We have free coffee and fruit available in the kitchen as well as a canteen serving a range of meals. We have a diverse group of employees here from many international regions. The office is located just outside Oslo, with Gardermoen International Airport a short distance away. The office is a very short walk from Lysaker Train Station.

Life at Sony:

We ensure Competitive Salaries by using established benchmarking with excellent compensation policies, and  encourage healthy Work-Life Balance with hybrid working policies where available. We are a positive Community who dream big together, respect each other, and enjoy a collaborative culture across Europe.

We like to celebrate and reward our colleagues who make a real difference using our Recognition platform, Bravo!. We also provide access to numerous services & platforms for all aspects of Wellbeing. We Listen to our people through conversations and surveys, Respect their suggestions, then act on them.

You can build your career around you with our fantastic range of Learning & Personal Development programs. We also encourage our staff to try an exciting new roles in an exciting new countries, with a fantastic Mobility team to support you if you take that leap!

We are Sony Europe.

Our people collaborate in an environment of acceptance, integrity and open-mindedness. Diverse teams from all over Europe are the driving force for our business, and we embrace that each and every one of us is original and unique. 

Operating in 28 European countries, Sony Europe provides both Consumer & Professional products, as well as Semiconductor, Imaging & Sensing, Healthcare and Biotech solutions. We also have leading R&D Centers and Laboratories developing a new technologies and capabilities for Sony Group interests.

Bring your passion and big ambitions to Sony Europe. Apply now, and let’s move forward together.

Equal Opportunity

Sony Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, medical condition, or any other protected characteristics.

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