Job Description
Principal Engineer-IC Design Engineer
Shenzhen, China | Shanghai, China

Sense the power of light

ams OSRAM is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. “Sense the power of light” – our success is based on our deep understanding of the potential of light. By adding intelligence to light, we enable our customers to drive transformative applications. Our around 20,000 employees worldwide focus on innovation alongside the societal megatrends of digitalization, smart living, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Whatever your role is, you are a part of a talented team that enjoys exploring and designing new technologies.

Your new responsibilities

  • Design and develop power management ICs (PMICs), including DC-DC converters (buck/boost), LDOs, battery management systems, and voltage regulators
  • Design and implement mixed-signal and analog circuits, such as  bandgap references, amplifiers, and oscillators
  • Perform system-level architecture definition, circuit design, simulation, and optimization for performance, power, and area
  • Conduct transistor-level design and verification, including schematic entry, pre- and post-layout simulations
  • Work closely with layout engineers to ensure high-quality physical implementation, including parasitic extraction and layout optimization
  • Perform silicon validation, debugging, and characterization to ensure design meets specifications
  • Develop and maintain design documentation, reports, and technical specifications
  • Collaborate with digital,  test, and product engineering teams to ensure successful product integration and mass production
  • Support failure analysis and yield improvement activities
  • Stay current with the latest advancements in power management and mixed-signal design technologies


Who we are looking for


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or a related field at least 5 years
  • Solid understanding of analog and mixed-signal circuit design fundamentals
  • Hands-on experience in power management IC design
  • Proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools (e.g., Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre, HSPICE)
  • Strong knowledge of semiconductor device physics and CMOS technologies
  • Experience with full chip design flow, including schematic design, layout, and silicon validation
  • Familiarity with low-power design techniques and noise optimization
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in advanced process nodes (e.g, BCD, CMOS)
  • Knowledge of digital control in power management systems
  • Experience with high-frequency switching power converters
  • Familiarity with EMI/EMC considerations and reliability design
  • Prior experience in automotive or industrial-grade IC design is a plus
  • Programming or scripting skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for design automation

Key Competencies

  • Strong analytical and debugging skills
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Self-driven with a passion for innovation and high-quality design


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

ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity and inclusion is strongly established in our corporate culture and we firmly believe it makes us more successful as a company. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment regardless of ethnic, national or social origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, age, physical and mental abilities.

Information at a Glance
Job ID:  22703
Posting Start Date:  7/2/26
Job Family:  Research & Development
Career Level:  Experienced Professional (>8 years)
Company:  OSCN
Schedules:  Full Time
Work Model:  On-Site
Job Shift:  Flex time
Employment Type:  Regular
Department:  LSP China Product Development Center

Application deadline: As long as the job is listed on our career page, we are looking for suitable candidates. We look forward to receiving your application.