Reinvent chip design at the intersection of energy-efficiency and innovation |
Shape the future of Wi-R tech as an Analog Layout Engineer at Ixana

📍 On‑site – Bengaluru, India

🚀 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: Visit ixana.ai for demos of high-speed data streaming through skin contact: https://vimeo.com/ixana/pairing-contact-transfer

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with circuit designers to complete physical layout and verification using Cadence Virtuoso XL and PVS/IC Validator

• Drive the layout of high-performance, low-power analog/mixed-signal CMOS ICs

• Debug and resolve LVS/DRC issues to ensure optimal layout quality

• Apply semiconductor process knowledge and DFM techniques for best design outcomes

• Identify and improve layout techniques and flow alongside cross-functional teammates

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Electronic/IC layout CAD or related field

• 5+ years of experience in analog layout design

• Strong layout fundamentals and DRC/LVS debugging expertise

• Familiarity with Cadence Virtuoso XL, PVS/Calibre, StarRC, Synopsys IC Validator

• Unix OS experience and knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes

• Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset

• (Preferred) Experience owning analog layout for taped-out chip designs

• High academic achievement (CGPA 9/10 or higher in BTech/MTech)

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: To be decided later

• Performance-based cash bonus + meaningful early‑stage equity

• Relocation bonus, partner job‑search help

• Medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, inventor cash awards

🌟 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 salary, equity, and global exposure

📍 Location
Bengaluru, India – On-site at our growing engineering center

📢 Application Requirements

• Resume

• [Optional] Portfolio with relevant layout samples or tapeout contributions

• CGPA/academic transcript or mention in resume if available

Ready to re‑wire the future of human-computer interaction?

Apply via our careers page. In your note, tell us how you envision using Wi‑R 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 Layout, IC Design, Cadence Virtuoso, Mixed Signal Layout, CMOS, Wi-R, Startup, Equity, Tapeout, Low Power Electronics