MaxLinear is a fabless semiconductor company that designs radio-frequency, analog, and mixed-signal integrated circuits for broadband and data-center applications. The organization employs about 470 people and recently recorded 14 new hires compared with 105 departures, resulting in a leaner overall workforce. Engineering talent makes up the majority of staff, highlighting the company’s focus on product innovation and chip design.
Engineering is by far the largest group at MaxLinear with roughly 240 employees, accounting for just over half of the total headcount. The next-largest functions are Information Technology and Business Management, each holding close to 10 % of employees, followed by Marketing & Product and Sales & Support teams. Smaller yet essential units such as Finance & Administration, Human Resources, Operations, and Program & Project Management round out the organizational structure. This distribution underscores the company’s emphasis on core engineering while maintaining balanced support across commercial and corporate roles.
MaxLinear’s workforce is spread across several hubs in the United States and Asia. California hosts multiple offices, with San Diego and Irvine employing around 50 staff each, complemented by teams in Carlsbad, San Jose, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. Internationally, the company has notable clusters in Bengaluru, Singapore, and Israel. Approximately half of all employees are classified under “Other,” suggesting a sizable remote or satellite presence that supports global operations.