Lead Software Engineer
Cadence Design Systems
Lead Software Engineer
Cadence Design Systems
Develops EDA software, IP, verification tools
This position is for an R&D engineer, who will be involved in developing a multi-threaded and distributed physical synthesis core engine in Innovus Implementation System. The position involves interaction and collaboration with a highly motivated global R&D team.
Essential Job Functions/Accountabilities: The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, troubleshooting and debugging software programs in the areas of physical synthesis. Work closely with product engineers/technical sales to provide engineering solutions and workarounds to make customers successful
Minimum Qualifications:
Highly technical engineer with excellent problem solving skills
C/C++ software development experience in Linux environment
Strong understanding and extensive usage of data structures and algorithms
Great communication skills and a strong desire for working with customers
MS (Ph.D. track a plus) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science.
Preferred:
Knowledge of physical synthesis algorithms, timing analysis and multithreading is a strong plus.
Prior R&D experience working on IC physical designs tools
Hands on experience using the above physical design tools for design closure and knowledge of physical design flows a plus.
Experience with Tcl and other scripting languages
The annual salary range for California is $119,000 to $221,000. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.
Develops EDA software, IP, verification tools
Cadence Design Systems supplies software, hardware, and IP for electronic design automation (EDA) to help customers create advanced semiconductor chips and electronic systems. Its tools handle system design, verification, digital and analog IC design, and custom flows, while IP such as Tensilica processors and DSP cores can be licensed for integration into customer products. The offerings are delivered as software licenses with maintenance and support, plus IP licensing and occasional hardware-accelerated options. The company differentiates itself with a broad, end-to-end EDA portfolio and close collaboration with industry leaders to streamline the path from concept to silicon, aiming to help customers bring sophisticated silicon and electronics to market faster with lower risk and higher productivity.
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