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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Account Director
Company: Cadence Design Systems
Location: Other US Location
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Cadence is looking for a Global Account Director to lead a European team and manage a portfolio of EDA IP Design Services and Consulting Services. The ideal candidate has a track record of success in technical sales, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build client relationships and drive revenue growth.
Principal Application Engineer
Company: Cadence Design Systems
Location: Other US Location
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Cadence is hiring leaders and innovators to make an impact in technology. The job requires technical support, strong ability, and experience in digital IC design implementation. The company is working on solving complex problems and values teamwork.
Principal Software Engineer
Company: Cadence Design Systems
Location: Other US Location
Posted Oct 01, 2024
Cadence is looking for a highly motivated software engineer to work on machine learning applications. The job requires familiarity with programming languages and experience in IC design. The company emphasizes the importance of making an impact and solving complex problems.
Account Executive (f/m/d)
Company: Cadence
Location: Munich, Germany
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Cadence is seeking a high-energy Account Executive with experience in selling high-technology, value-based solutions. The ideal candidate should have superior communication skills, a track record of accomplishments, and the ability to identify customer pain points. They will be responsible for generating business, developing technical sales plans, and working with internal teams to execute account plans. The role requires at least 5 years of experience in software or technology sales, with EDA/semiconductor sales experience preferred. A Master's degree in Engineering or Physics is required, and an MBA would be advantageous. The position offers a competitive salary, 30 days of annual leave, and a hybrid work model. Cadence values result-oriented individuals with a positive attitude and strong team player skills.
Software Engineer II
Company: Cadence
Location: Hsinchu, Taiwan
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Cadence is seeking a team-oriented, self-motivated individual with a MS in CS/EE or BS with 2+ years experience. The candidate will maintain the Floorplan product, develop new features and products, and support other teams in Innovus product lines. They must be comfortable working with existing code and developing new functionality. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, be familiar with UNIX & LINUX environments, and have knowledge of Digital Physical Design flow.
Principal C++ Software Engineer
Company: Cadence
Location: Montreal, Canada
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Cadence is seeking a Principal Software Engineer with a strong background in algorithmic software development for FPGAs. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of related experience, a Bachelor's in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, and a strong desire to work in a fast-paced startup environment. The role involves designing and developing new features and algorithms for a new Custom Prototyping Flow, working with a global team, and collaborating with technical support and key customers. The candidate should have very strong development experience in a general-purpose language, a solid understanding of CS fundamentals, and experience in logic optimization. Knowledge of Logic Simulators and multi-threaded programming is a plus. The role offers the opportunity to work on breakthrough solutions in the multi FPGA prototyping space and contribute to work that matters.
IC Physical Design Flow, Principal Solutions Engineer - AE
Company: Cadence
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Cadence is seeking an experienced Digital Implementation/Signoff engineer with a BS or MS in EE and 8-10 years of industry experience. The ideal candidate will provide technical support, guide customers, conduct presentations, and drive technical evaluations. They will work closely with R&D, enhance tools, and mentor junior engineers. The role requires strong skills in Place & Route, Synthesis, STA, and SDC debugging. Low power analysis, 7/5nm technology node experience, and automation skills are plusses. The annual salary range for California is $119,000 to $221,000, with additional incentive compensation and benefits.
Principal AE Engineer SI/PI
Company: Cadence
Location: Ramat Gan, Israel
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Cadence is seeking a skilled professional with expertise in Signal/Power Integrity and thermal analysis for IC Package and PCBs. The role involves driving technical campaigns, software evaluations, and training new customers. The ideal candidate will have a MSc/MEng in micro-electronics engineering, several years of experience in the EDA industry, and excellent problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive salary, 30 days annual leave, and opportunities to work with an international team on advanced projects.
Product Validation Engineer II
Company: Cadence
Location: Hsinchu, Taiwan
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Cadence is seeking a skilled professional to develop precise test cases for DRC rules, work closely with PE and R&D for new features/enhancements of PegasusDRC/FILL/LVS/PERC, and assure the quality of physical validation tool Pegasus. The ideal candidate should have experience in Virtuoso for simple pattern creation, solid knowledge of foundry layout rules, and proficiency in UNIX and scripting languages. The role requires independence, strong communication skills, and the ability to cooperate with cross-functional teams.
Analog Design Architect
Company: Cadence
Location: San Jose, CA
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Cadence is hiring for a Principal Analog IC Designer position. The role involves designing and developing analog/mixed signal IC circuit blocks, with a minimum of 7 years of experience in CMOS SerDes or high-speed I/O IC design and development required. The company offers a competitive salary range and benefits package.
Lead Product Engineer
Company: Cadence Design Systems
Location: Other US Location
Posted Sep 30, 2024
Cadence hires leaders and innovators to make an impact on technology. They work closely with customers to deliver good quality solutions and advanced semiconductor technology nodes.
Lead Software Engineer - Virtuoso
Company: Cadence
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Cadence Design Systems is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to work on their Virtuoso Schematic and Layout product. The engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and debugging cutting-edge software solutions. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronic Engineering, experience in complex software development using C/C++, and a strong background in software algorithms and data structures. Familiarity with Qt, SKILL language, and EDA flows is a plus. The role involves working independently, engaging with customers, and continuously scaling solutions for next-generation designs.