Principal Analog System Architect

Sense the power of light

The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. With more than 110 years of industry experience, we combine engineering excellence and global manufacturing with a passion for cutting-edge innovation enabling transformative advancements in the automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer industries. “Sense the power of light” – our success is based on the deep understanding of the potential of light and distinct portfolio of emitter and sensor technologies. Around 19,700 employees worldwide drive innovations alongside societal megatrends.
Find out more about us on https://ams-osram.com

The CSA division supplies sensors that bridge the gap between the world we live in and the digital world of machines. By converting physical signals - heartbeats, sounds, light waves - into data, we enable robots, cars and other devices to interact with people and improve our world. What drives CSA is a relentless desire to contribute to technology and have a meaningful impact on the world. This business thrives on solving complex problems and partnering with global leaders at the forefront of technological advancement. Our goal: to push the boundaries of sensor technology and empower innovators to make the world smarter, healthier and happier.

Your new responsibilities

• Architecture Definition & Trade‑offs – Define end‑to‑end system architectures for next‑gen sensor ICs, balancing performance, power, area, scalability, manufacturability, yield, and cost.
• Cross‑domain Partitioning – Lead architecture across analog, digital, firmware, algorithms, and interfaces to ensure optimal implementation strategies.
• Innovation & Technology Scouting – Evaluate new circuit techniques, architectures, and emerging technologies to drive future differentiation.
• Validation & Iteration – Build system‑level models/simulations; analyze silicon characterization data to identify architectural limitations and define improvement plans.
• Strategic Influence – Contribute to technology roadmaps, support key customer engagements, and mentor senior engineering staff.

Who we are looking for

• Required Qualifications

  • Education – Master’s or Ph.D. in EE, Microelectronics, Semiconductor Physics, or related field.
  • Experience – 15+ years in analog/mixed‑signal IC development, including significant hands‑on analog circuit design and substantial architectural leadership.
  • Core Technical Expertise – Deep transistor‑level design proficiency in at least one of:
    Analog Front‑Ends (AFE), Precision Analog, Low‑Noise Signal Chains, Data Converters (ADC/DAC), Power Management, Timing/Clock Generation, Sensor Interface Circuits.
  • System Thinking – Proven ability to perform architecture trade‑offs (noise, power, area, reliability, yield, cost) and to connect circuit implementation with product requirements.
  • Cross‑functional Leadership – Experience driving technical decisions across analog, digital, firmware, algorithm, verification, and product development teams.
  • Soft Skills – Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills. Fluent English; Mandarin proficiency highly desirable.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Sensor Experience – Optical sensing (ALS, Proximity, ToF, Spectral, Imaging) or full signal‑chain optimization.
  • Specialized Skills – Ultra‑low‑power, precision analog, ADC/DAC architectures, PLL/timing, power management, or sensor readout circuits.
  • Additional Knowledge – Image/signal processing, sensor fusion, edge ML, or embedded systems.
  • Process & Validation – Multiple technology nodes, behavioral modeling, system simulation, silicon characterization.
  • Impact – Patents, publications, or contributions to long‑term technology strategy.

Please contact Jingjing Hu for further information via TINA.HU@AMS-OSRAM.COM or +86 (510) 81908303.