Jobs at Cadence
Cadence Design Systems, founded in 1988 and headquartered in San Jose, is a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA). Their flagship products—Virtuoso, Allegro, OrCAD, Jasper, and Incisive—enable semiconductor, automotive, and industrial designers to create faster, smaller, and more energy‑efficient chips.
Cadence’s hiring pipeline spans software engineers (C++, Python, Java), hardware and ASIC design engineers, verification specialists, data scientists, machine‑learning engineers, product managers, UX designers, sales engineers, and customer support roles. Candidates can expect structured technical interviews, mentorship from senior engineers, and the chance to contribute to industry‑leading tool stacks and cross‑disciplinary projects.
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Corporate Counsel - Employment
Company: Cadence
Location: San Jose, CA
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence, a leading provider of system design tools, software, IP, and services, is seeking a junior- to mid-level attorney with employment experience to join their team. The Corporate Counsel will support employment law matters and compliance, including M&A deal diligence and litigation counseling. The ideal candidate has employment advising experience, is detail-oriented, and collaborative. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and the company culture is recognized as a Great Place to Work.
Lead Product Engineer
Company: Cadence
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence Design Systems is seeking a highly motivated engineer with 6+ years of DFT experience for the Modus Test Product Engineering team. The role involves driving new product features in DFT & ATPG, developing product specs, prototyping, and collaborating with R&D & Product Validation teams. The engineer will also work with field teams and customers to deploy Modus, developing flows, presentations, and providing hands-on debug support. Cadence values broad knowledge of DFT domain, hands-on experience with DFT EDA tools, and excellent communication skills.
Software Engineer II
Company: Cadence
Location: San Jose, CA
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence is hiring an R&D engineer to develop a multi-threaded and distributed physical synthesis core engine. The position involves designing, developing, and troubleshooting software programs in the areas of physical synthesis. The ideal candidate has excellent problem-solving skills, experience with data structures and algorithms, and strong communication skills.
Sr Principal Design Engineer
Company: Cadence Design Systems
Location: Other US Location
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence is a leading company in electronic design, offering cutting-edge technology and a supportive work environment. The role of Sr Principal Design Engineer involves managing a Memory Controller DV group, ensuring design alignment with technical and quality requirements, and contributing to functional verification methodologies.
Principal Application Engineer
Company: Cadence Design Systems
Location: Other US Location
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence is seeking an Application Engineer for System Verification based in Grenoble or Paris. The role involves providing technical support, managing customer evaluations, and driving best practices in verification methodologies. The candidate should have a Master's degree in Electronic MicroElectronic Engineering or equivalent, 5-8 years of experience in hands-on verification, and knowledge of common verification flows and methodologies.
Principal Software Engineer
Company: Cadence
Location: Noida, India
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence Design Systems is looking for a highly motivated software engineer to work on their Genus Synthesis Solution product. The role involves designing and developing innovative synthesis optimization algorithms, as well as providing R&D support to application engineers. The successful candidate will possess strong programming skills in C/C++ and experience with UNIX and/or LINUX platforms.
Digital Design Engineer
Company: Cadence
Location: Katowice, Poland
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence is seeking a Digital Design Engineer with expertise in RTL design, Verilog/System Verilog, and digital architecture. The role involves RTL design, simulation, verification, hardware prototyping, and synthesis. Key responsibilities include architecture discussions, design implementation, and support of Cadence Design IPs. The ideal candidate should have strong debugging skills, knowledge of UNIX/Linux, and experience with modern digital verification flows. Cadence offers a competitive salary package, continuous professional development, and a global work environment.
Principal Design Engineer
Company: Cadence
Location: Pune, India
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence, a technology company, is seeking a system software engineer for its Tensilica IP division. The role involves working on software development and debug tools, low level system libraries, and third party/open source software ports. The engineer will collaborate with other teams to create new products and resolve customer issues. Key responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining software in areas like gcc/llvm toolchains, C and C++ standard libraries, and low level system software. The ideal candidate should have a MS degree in CS/EE or BS with significant experience, strong C/C++ and assembly skills, and experience with embedded software development. Excellent communication skills are also required.
VP Sales
Company: Cadence Design Systems
Location: South Bay
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence is seeking a high-performing senior sales leader to drive strategic engagement with major strategic accounts in the semiconductor industry. The role involves leading and managing strategic relationships, driving deeper collaboration, and demonstrating the value of Cadence solutions. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of exceeding annual business bookings targets and experience in selling complex software-centric deals.
Lead Application Engineer - Innovus
Company: Cadence
Location: Nibong Tebal, Malaysia
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence is seeking a seasoned digital IC implementation professional with 7+ years of experience. The role involves working closely with the sales team, providing technical expertise, and managing key technical evaluations. The ideal candidate should be familiar with advanced ICD back-end technologies and tools, and have excellent team player and communication skills. The job offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the world of technology.
Executive Administrator
Company: Cadence Design Systems
Location: South Bay
Posted Dec 21, 2024
The text describes a position at Cadence that involves providing analytical and administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. The candidate should have experience working with senior-level executives, be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and have strong communication skills. The position requires a high level of adaptability, leadership, and the ability to work efficiently with little supervision.
Principal Emulation and Prototyping IC Application Engineer
Company: Cadence
Location: San Jose, CA
Posted Dec 21, 2024
Cadence is seeking a skilled Application Engineering Team member for verification, to work closely with top AEs, PEs, and R&D in EDA. The role involves providing technical support in the pre and post-sales process, developing customer-specific emulation and prototyping requirements, and creating technical presentations. The ideal candidate should have strong verification skills, expertise in UVM, testbench architecture, and RTL/Testbench debug skills. Knowledge of protocols like JTAG, UART, PCIe, AXI, DDR is a plus. The position offers a competitive salary range of $120,400 to $223,600 annually, along with incentive compensation and comprehensive benefits.