Lead Operations Analyst

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 today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

About the Role

Join a global Silicon Engineering organization of 400+ professionals and play a critical role in driving operational excellence, workforce planning, and strategic decision-making. As the Lead Operations Analyst, you will partner closely with Engineering, Finance, HR, and business leadership to deliver insights that shape organizational growth, resource investments, and hiring strategies.

This role is ideal for professionals who have experience supporting semiconductor product development organizations, engineering teams, or R&D functions, and who enjoy combining business analytics, financial planning, workforce strategy, and operational execution. You will build scalable data solutions, develop forecasting models, and leverage AI-powered tools to improve planning accuracy and business efficiency.
 

Key Responsibilities
 

Strategic Workforce & Resource Planning

· Develop and maintain workforce planning models that provide visibility into technical skills, staffing levels, organizational capacity, and future hiring needs.

· Identify skill gaps, resource constraints, and organizational risks to support effective business and talent planning.

· Partner with leadership to support headcount planning and long-term organizational growth strategies.
 

Financial Forecasting & Business Analysis

· Create forecasting models for operational expenses, software licensing, contractor spend, and headcount-related costs.

· Analyze business performance and provide recommendations that improve financial and operational outcomes.

· Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario-planning activities in partnership with Finance.
 

Analytics & Operational Insights

· Build and manage operational datasets that support executive decision-making.

· Leverage AI-powered tools and advanced analytics to identify trends, generate insights, and automate reporting.

· Develop business reviews, dashboards, and leadership reporting that provide actionable recommendations.
 

Stakeholder Partnership

· Serve as a trusted business partner to Engineering leaders, Finance, HR, Operations, and Program Management teams.

· Gather, validate, and synthesize information from multiple sources to drive informed business decisions.

· Present complex analyses and recommendations to senior leadership in a concise, business-focused manner.
 

Process Improvement & Automation

· Drive operational efficiencies through automation, workflow optimization, and AI-enabled business solutions.

· Improve data quality, reporting accuracy, and planning processes across the organization.
 

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Analytics, Engineering, Economics, or related discipline.

· 5+ years of experience in Business Operations, Finance, FP&A, Workforce Planning, Strategic Planning, Operations Analytics, or related functions.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience translating data into business recommendations.

· Experience building forecasting models, planning scenarios, and operational reporting.

· Ability to collect, reconcile, and analyze data from multiple systems and stakeholders.

· Strong communication and executive presentation skills.

· Experience working cross-functionally with senior leaders and global teams.

· Comfortable leveraging AI-powered business tools for reporting, forecasting, and operational decision support.
 

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience within the semiconductor industry, engineering organizations, product development environments, or technology companies.

· Prior experience supporting R&D, Silicon Engineering, Product Engineering, Hardware Engineering, or Technical Operations teams.

· Background in Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Business Finance, or Corporate Planning.

· Experience with headcount planning, workforce analytics, capacity planning, or organizational strategy.

· Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Excel-based modeling, or other analytical tools.

· Familiarity with operational budgeting, spend management, and business case development.

· Experience driving automation, process improvement, and AI-enabled business workflows.

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.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

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• 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.