Staff Product Applications Engineer Careers at Analog Devices in Valencia, Cortes Valencianas, Spain
Overview: Leading Innovation at the Intelligent Edge
Analog Devices stands at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, bridging the physical and digital worlds to power breakthroughs across industries. With over $9 billion in FY24 revenue and 24,000 employees worldwide, we're enabling digitized factories, advanced mobility solutions, digital healthcare advancements, climate change mitigation technologies, and reliable global connectivity. In Valencia, Cortes Valencianas, Spain, our Staff Product Applications Engineer role represents a pivotal opportunity to shape the future of inertial sensing technology.
This senior-level position within our MEMS Technology Group demands strategic technical leadership, deep customer engagement, and innovative problem-solving. You'll spearhead the creation of sophisticated tools that accelerate customer integration of our cutting-edge inertial sensors—from low-power devices revolutionizing disease management to ultra-high stability solutions navigating autonomous vehicles and robots. Based in Valencia's thriving tech ecosystem, you'll collaborate with global teams while enjoying Spain's Mediterranean lifestyle and innovation hub status.
Valencia combines world-class engineering talent with proximity to Europe's leading industrial and automotive markets. Our office location offers modern facilities equipped for advanced lab work, rapid prototyping, and seamless cross-functional collaboration. As a Staff Product Applications Engineer, you'll serve as the technical authority bridging customer needs with ADI's world-class engineering capabilities, driving measurable business impact through technical excellence.
A Day in the Life of a Staff Product Applications Engineer
Your morning begins with reviewing customer technical inquiries from strategic accounts across Europe. Using advanced simulation tools, you analyze integration challenges for our latest IMU portfolio, developing targeted reference designs that demonstrate breakthrough performance. By 10 AM, you're leading a cross-functional sync with design, test, and marketing teams, translating customer feedback into actionable product enhancements.
Midday involves hands-on lab work—characterizing next-generation accelerometers using state-of-the-art oscilloscopes and vector signal analyzers. You document findings for data sheet updates while mentoring a junior engineer on signal processing optimization. Afternoon brings customer engagement: a video call with an automotive OEM discussing gyroscope integration for ADAS systems, followed by competitive analysis revealing opportunities to highlight our superior bias stability.
Evenings often include strategic planning—crafting training materials for field teams or contributing to new product definition. With 10-15% travel, you'll occasionally visit customers in Germany or Italy, building relationships that drive multi-year design wins. This dynamic role blends deep technical work, customer impact, and leadership in a collaborative, innovative environment.
Why Valencia, Cortes Valencianas? Europe's Mediterranean Tech Powerhouse
Valencia represents Spain's premier technology destination, blending cutting-edge innovation with unmatched quality of life. Home to Europe's largest port and a burgeoning semiconductor ecosystem, the city attracts global talent while offering 300+ days of sunshine annually. Our Valencia office sits at the heart of this ecosystem, minutes from the City of Arts and Sciences and major universities producing world-class engineers.
The region's automotive cluster—including Ford's Almussafes plant and extensive Tier 1 suppliers—provides immediate access to key customers adopting our inertial sensing solutions. Valencia's Industrial Technology Park hosts R&D centers from leading multinationals, fostering collaboration opportunities unmatched elsewhere in Spain. Beyond business, enjoy Michelin-starred paella, pristine beaches, and Las Fallas festival—all while working on technologies shaping tomorrow.
Spain's strategic EU position offers perfect access to pan-European markets, while Valencia Airport connects you globally in under 3 hours to major hubs. With lower living costs than Barcelona or Madrid (yet comparable infrastructure), Valencia delivers exceptional value for tech professionals seeking career growth and lifestyle balance.
Career Growth: From Technical Expert to Industry Leader
Analog Devices invests heavily in talent development. Staff Product Applications Engineers follow clear progression paths to Principal Engineer, Applications Director, and beyond. Our Individual Development Plans pair you with executive mentors, providing 360-degree feedback and personalized growth strategies. Technical ladder opportunities include specialization in AI-enhanced sensing or system-level architecture.
Valencia's office offers global rotation programs, exposing you to ADI's US, Asia, and Ireland R&D centers. Leadership tracks emphasize customer strategy, product management, and business development. With 80% internal promotion rate for senior roles, your contributions directly translate to advancement. Access tuition reimbursement, technical certifications (Six Sigma, PMP), and our world-class Analog University training portal covering MEMS fundamentals through advanced signal processing.
Rewards: Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits
Competitive €65,000-€95,000 base salary reflects senior-level impact, plus performance bonus targeting 20% of base. Equity grants vest over 4 years, aligning you with company success. Comprehensive benefits include private health coverage for family, 25+ vacation days, flexible hours, and hybrid work options. Pension matching reaches 8%, with immediate vesting.
Wellness programs feature gym reimbursement, mental health support, and onsite fitness. Parental leave exceeds statutory minimums by 50%. Professional development budget covers conferences like Embedded World and Sensor+Test. Relocation packages for international hires include housing assistance and Spanish lessons. Employee Resource Groups foster belonging, while volunteer programs provide 5 paid days annually for community impact.
Culture: Innovation, Collaboration, Impact
ADI's culture celebrates bold thinking and meaningful results. Valencia teams embody 'Ahead of What's Possible' through flat hierarchies, rapid decision-making, and customer obsession. Weekly tech talks, hackathons, and innovation challenges keep you at technology's forefront. Cross-disciplinary project teams break silos, delivering solutions faster than competitors.
Diversity drives innovation—30% women in technical roles exceeds industry averages. Inclusive leadership training ensures every voice shapes strategy. Social committees organize beach volleyball, tapas nights, and Fallas celebrations. Global town halls connect you with CEO Vincent Roche and executive team. Recognition programs celebrate design wins, patents filed, and customer testimonials—keeping motivation high.
Apply Today: Join Analog Devices in Valencia
Ready to lead inertial sensing innovation from Europe's Mediterranean tech capital? Submit your CV and cover letter highlighting MEMS experience and customer impact achievements. Selected candidates enjoy streamlined interviews: technical screen, customer scenario deep-dive, and team panel. Start dates flexible for top talent.
EEO employer. Export compliance required for non-EU citizens. Spanish nationality or EU work authorization preferred.
