Mixed Signal Circuit Designer for Single Molecule Sensors (m/f/d)

Overview

Mixed Signal Circuit Designer for Single Molecule Sensors (m/f/d)

Nanogami is a highly innovative and rapidly growing startup in the field of DNA Origami-based nanotechnology. Our international team is driven by a vision to pioneer a novel generation of biochips for applications in research and diagnostics, advancing personalised medicine. In 2022 we secured significant funding by SPRIND - Germany's Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation to realize our growth trajectory and expand our team to support at-scale commercialisation of our nanotechnology.

We are seeking a mixed signal circuit designer who will lead the development of our sensing architecture, including a precision analog front-end, analog-to-digital conversion, signal processing, and communication. Your core responsibility will be overseeing and collaborating on the design and manufacturing of a chip that unlocks the full performance of our single molecule sensing electrode design. You will translate data from experiments on our prototype into design and architecture decisions, working closely with CROs and foundries to realise a fully integrated chip ready for commercialisation. Your decisions and expertise will directly determine our platform's sensitivity, reliability, and manufacturability, impacting how point-of-care diagnostics are delivered worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of innovative, low-noise analog and mixed-signal ICs specifically for biosensing applications, including current digitization
• Architect and optimize critical circuits such as Transimpedance Amplifiers (TIAs), Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) interfaces, advanced filters, and precision biasing schemes
• Ensure robust circuit performance across process, voltage, and temperature (PVT) variations, delivering high accuracy and low power consumption
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including biologists, data scientists, and system architects to translate complex requirements into optimized IC specifications
• Drive the complete IC lifecycle: from design documentation and simulations to interaction with semiconductor fabs (e.g., TSMC, GF, XFAB) for GDSII submission and process management
• Oversee quality control, silicon bring-up, and characterisation, including report interpretation, wafer-level testing and yield analysis

Requirements

• M.Sc or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or a closely related field
• 3+ years of hands-on, impactful experience in analog/mixed-signal IC design, with preference for biomedical, sensing, or high-precision industrial applications
• Proven proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools and rapid circuit simulation tools
• Hands-on experience with chip-level and board-level testing (oscilloscopes, SMUs, probe stations)
• Familiarity with semiconductor fabrication processes and communication with foundries
• Creative, proactive, and results-oriented mindset suitable for a dynamic startup
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional and external collaborations
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Optional Skills/Experience

• Previous work on biosensors, ISFETs, or electrochemical sensing platforms
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DfM) and statistical yield analysis
• Knowledge of ISO13485 or FDA regulations for medical device development

Benefits

• Architect a foundational component, directly influencing personalised medicine and pioneering technology
• We offer virtual shares (VSOP) to our team, enabling you to share in the company's growth and success
• Work with state-of-the-art equipment and breakthrough DNA Origami nanotechnology
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment that encourages bold ideas and personal growth

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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