Principal EDA Software Engineer (C++, Characterization)

What You'll Do

• Enhance and expand existing tools' architecture to cover timing analysis.
• Create new frameworks for analyzing effects dominant at n5 and below.
• Leverage machine learning technology to achieve significant improvements in speed, capacity, and usability over existing solutions.
• Must-Have Qualifications 8+ years of experience in development of EDA tools and expertise in one or more areas: transistor-level timing, power, noise, aging, reliability, and EMIR analysis.
• Hardcore C++ knowledge, particularly in a Linux environment.
• Strong proficiency in designing data structures, algorithms, and applying software engineering principles.
• Industry experience developing and maintaining C++ based applications on Unix or Linux platforms.
• Requirements Experience with quality and software processes.
• Proficiency in designing data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles.
• Ability to analyze transistor or gate-level schematics.
• BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering preferred.
• Nice-to-Have Skills Experience in development of circuit simulation or library characterization programs.
• Understanding of SPICE simulation transistor models at a high level.
• Experience with distributed programming, database design, and cloud APIs for distributed computing.
• Why Cadence? At Cadence, you’ll work alongside industry leaders and innovators who are passionate about advancing technology.
• Your contributions will directly impact the development of cutting-edge tools and solutions for the communication, IoT, and AI industries.
• We foster a collaborative environment where your expertise and ideas will shape the technology of tomorrow.
• Apply Today If you are ready to make a difference and push the boundaries of EDA technology, we encourage you to apply and join Cadence’s world-class R&D team.
• The annual salary range for California is $136,500 to $253,500.
• 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.
• We’re doing work that matters.
• Help us solve what others can’t.