Build the silicon that powers the next era of human-computer interaction | Director of Analog Design - Wearable SoCs
West Lafayette, IN (In Office)Full-time
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.
We provide relocation packages and visa transfer support (if required) for candidates based in the San Francisco Bay Area and other major U.S. hubs.
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: High-speed data, transferred through skin contact -
What You’ll 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
Required:
●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 → tape-out → bring-up → 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
Preferred:
●Prior work in wearable, bioelectronics, or medical devices
Compensation & Benefits
●Base salary $175 000 - $225 000 USD ‑ equivalent to ≈ $330k - $430k Bay‑Area purchasing power. 3br houses in Lafayette, IN area are $350k-450K. Top 20 school district in the country.
●10-50% cash bonus
●Meaningful early‑stage equity
●Relocation bonus, partner job‑search 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 STEM‑OPT transfer / H‑1B / 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 re‑wire the future of human-computer interaction?
Keywords
Analog IC DesignMixed-Signal SoCASIC DevelopmentLow-Power Wireless SystemsRF Front-End DesignSoC ArchitectureTape-Out & Silicon ValidationCadence EDA ToolsWearable ElectronicsRoot Cause Analysis
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