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Build the silicon that powers the next era of human-computer interaction | Director of Analog Design - Wearable SoCs
Onxe2x80x91site xe2x80x93 West Lafayette, IN | Competitive Salary + Equity + Bonus
We provide relocation packages and visa transfers (if required) for engineers currently in the San Francisco Bay Area and other U.S. hubs.
About Ixana
Ixana is a Purdue University spinoff pioneering brain-inspired wearable computing. We''ve developed Wi-R, a patented communication tech that''s 100x more energy-efficient than Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Join our 60-person team building the next era of real-time, AI-powered human-computer interaction.
The Wi-R Revolution
Wi-R is our patented non-radiative near-field communication technology that creates secure "wire-like wireless" experiences through small E-field bubbles around your body. This breakthrough enables unprecedented energy efficiency at sub-0.1 nanojoules per bit, making long-term wearable and implantable devices finally practical.
See Wi-R in action:xe2x80xafVisitxe2x80xafixana.aixe2x80xaffor demos of high-speed data streaming through skin contact:xe2x80xafhttps://vimeo.com/ixana/pairing-contact-transfer
What Youxe2x80x99ll Do
Architect next-generation Wi-R SoCs, integrating analog/RF front-end, ultra-low-power digital blocks, and sensor interfaces
Build and lead the IC design team (digital, analog, mixed-signal) across West Lafayette and remote sites
Own chip tape-outs end to end: RTL-to-GDS, IP integration, ESD, packaging co-design, and silicon validation
Define and enforce methodologies for IP reuse, verification, and simulation
Partner with product, firmware, and hardware teams to co-optimize system design
Be the technical face of silicon for investors, partners, and customers
What we are looking for
15+ years experience in ASIC or SoC design, with at least 3 successful tape-outs in mixed-signal or RF-heavy products
Proven success leading teams through spec xe2x86x92 tape-out xe2x86x92 bring-up xe2x86x92 production
Deep experience in low-power wireless SoCs, including Bluetooth, NFC, UWB, or proprietary PHYs
Proficiency in Cadence toolchains, floorplanning, DFT, timing closure, and analog/digital integration
Bonus: Prior work in wearable, bioelectronics, or medical devices
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary $175 000 xe2x80x93 $225 000 USD xe2x80x91 equivalent to xe2x89x88 $330k xe2x80x93 $430k Bayxe2x80x91Area purchasing power. 3br houses in Lafayette, IN area are $350k-450K. Top 20 school district in the country.
10-50% cash bonus
Meaningful earlyxe2x80x91stage equity
Relocation bonus, partner jobxe2x80x91search help (All figures based on BestPlaces July 2025 cost-of-living indices. West Lafayette index = 83.5. These reflect real-world purchasing power, not just cash numbers.)
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
5 days a week in office. Flexible work arrangements and generous PTO
Professional development opportunities and conference attendance
Patent development and technology leadership opportunities
Immigration and work visa support as long as you are already in US on a work permit
Full visa sponsorship (STEMxe2x80x91OPT transfer / Hxe2x80x911B / TN / future green card)
Why Join Us
Work on deep tech that matters
Collaborate with world-class experts and industry leaders
Own your work end-to-end and see real impact
Enjoy a culture of speed, rigor, and respect
Competitive perks, equity, and global exposure
Ready to rexe2x80x91wire the future of human-computer interaction?
Apply via our careers page. In your note, tell us how you envision using Wixe2x80x91R to transform everyday experiences across healthcare, industry, or consumer tech.
Ixana is an equal opportunity employer committed to advancing human-computer interfaces through innovative low-power electronics innovation.
Keywords:
Analog IC Design, Mixed-Signal SoC, ASIC Development, Low-Power Wireless Systems, RF Front-End Design, SoC Architecture, Tape-Out & Silicon Validation, Cadence EDA Tools, Wearable Electronics, Root Cause Analysis
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