Staff Field Applications Engineer – Power Solutions

Location: US, CA, San Jose, Rio Robles

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures todays innovators stay Ahead of Whats Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Staff Field Applications Engineer – Power Solutions

Location: Bay Area, California
Travel: 20–25% within territory

 

About the Role

Analog Devices is seeking a Staff Field Applications Engineer with deep expertise in power electronics to drive technical engagement and design wins with our most strategic customers.

 

In this senior role, you will serve as the primary technical authority on power architectures and a trusted advisor to key customers. You will drive technical engagement from concept through production, influence system architecture decisions, and secure design wins across data center, communications infrastructure, automotive, and industrial markets. Leveraging ADIs industry-leading Power Solutions portfolio together with complementary Signal Conditioning and Data Conversion technologies, you will collaborate with Sales, Business Units, and Technology Groups to shape future products, identify new opportunities, and ensure customer success.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead for power solutions with strategic and key customers in the Bay Area.
• Architect complete power systems, from AC/DC front end through DC/DC conversion and point-of-load regulation.
• Drive technical design wins by influencing customer architecture decisions early in the design cycle.
• Identify and drive new product opportunities in collaboration with Product Line teams.
• Act as the voice of the customer by communicating emerging requirements, market trends, and competitive insights to Product Line Management and Engineering teams.
• Collaborate with Sales to develop account strategies, prioritize opportunities, and support revenue growth initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Product Line Management, Power Marketing, and Applications Engineering to ensure alignment on customer needs.
• Partner with customers to optimize designs for efficiency, thermal performance, reliability, and cost.
• Deliver technical seminars, workshops, and hands-on demos of ADIs power design and simulation tools.
• Mentor junior FAEs and help elevate the technical capabilities of the regional applications team.
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Qualifications

• BSEE (required); MSEE preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in power circuit design at the board and system level, with strong understanding of power conversion topologies.
• Expertise in one or more of the following: high-efficiency DC/DC conversion, multiphase regulators, battery management, power modules, or high-voltage conversion.
• Familiarity with complementary technologies such as Signal Conditioning and Data Converters.
• Demonstrated success driving strategic customer engagements, influencing technical decisions, and securing design wins.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with both technical and executive audiences.
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions, influence product strategy, and mentor team members.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent hands-on lab skills for troubleshooting and design validation.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

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Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 25% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $163,530 to $224,854.

• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.

• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.

• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.