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Design Engineering Architect

Cadence Design Systems
October 28, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Semiconductor IP Jobs, Level - Senior

Job Title

Design Engineering Architect

Role Summary

Hands-on SI/PI engineering role in the HPP IP R&D group focused on ensuring high-speed IP products meet signal- and power-integrity requirements. The role combines lab measurement, channel modeling, simulation, package/board design optimization, and customer-facing technical support.

Experience Level

Senior - 15+ years of relevant experience working with high-speed SerDes, PHYs, and SI/PI engineering.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include design, verification, measurement, and customer support for package and board signal/power integrity.

  • Test-chip package design SI/PI optimization and verification.
  • Evaluation board design optimization for SI/PI performance.
  • Provide extracted and measured channel models for chip designers.
  • Develop package and PCB SI/PI design guidelines and support customer inquiries.
  • Review customer package/board designs and simulation results; provide feedback to improve IP performance in customer ASICs.
  • Perform link-performance simulations using S-parameter channel models and IBIS-AMI behavioral models.
  • Support SI/PI debug of test chips or customer ASICs in the lab.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience.

  • 15+ years experience with high-speed SerDes and PHYs.
  • Strong understanding of high-speed SerDes architecture.
  • Hands-on lab experience with high-speed oscilloscopes, TDRs, VNAs, spectrum analyzers.
  • Proficient with 3D/2.5D extraction tools (e.g., Sigrity Clarity/PowerSI, Ansys HFSS/SIwave).
  • Experience with IBIS-AMI model simulations.
  • Experience correlating simulation results to lab measurements.
  • Familiarity with PCB and FCBGA design rules and requirements.
  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills for internal and customer interactions.

Education Requirements

M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a similar technical field.

We’re doing technical work that requires deep SI/PI expertise and rigorous lab-to-simulation validation.

About the Company

Company: Cadence Design Systems

Headquarters: San Jose, California, USA

Cadence Design Systems is a global electronic design automation company that provides software, hardware, and intellectual property for designing advanced semiconductor chips. With over 25 years in the industry, Cadence is known for its innovative technology solutions and has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. The company is dedicated to solving complex technical challenges in order to enable customers to create revolutionary products and experiences.

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Date Posted: 2026-10-26