Intern - Analog Circuit Design
Cadence Design SystemsJob Title
Intern - Analog Circuit Design
Role Summary
Work with Spectre and Virtuoso PE/PV team members to create, implement and validate analog circuit designs using Cadence Virtuoso/ADE and Spectre simulators. The role focuses on circuit implementation, simulation-based verification, and ensuring functionality and correctness of analog blocks.
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Experience Level
Entry-level internship. Intended for MS degree candidates or students; no specific years of professional experience required.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include design implementation and simulation verification of analog circuits and collaboration with tool/product engineers.
- Create analog circuit designs within Cadence Virtuoso/ADE layout and schematic environments.
- Validate designs using Spectre/X/FX simulators and perform simulation-based verification.
- Debug and fix functional or performance issues identified during simulation and review.
- Collaborate with Spectre and Virtuoso PE/PV engineers to integrate designs and verify tool flows.
- Document design decisions, test results, and provide clear status updates to the team.
Requirements
Core qualifications and preferred skills for successful performance in this internship.
- Must-have: Practical analog circuit design experience (class projects, research, or prior internships).
- Must-have: Ability to implement and validate analog circuits using circuit simulation and design environments.
- Must-have: Strong teamwork skills and effective verbal and written communication.
- Nice-to-have: Prior experience with Cadence tools such as Virtuoso/ADE and Spectre/X/FX.
Education Requirements
MS degree candidate in microelectronics, electrical engineering, or a closely related field (Master's student status indicated).
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.
