Software Engineer I
Cadence Design SystemsJob Title
Software Engineer I
Role Summary
R&D engineer responsible for developing the physical synthesis core engine in the Innovus Implementation System. Work on multi-threaded and distributed software components and collaborate with a global R&D team, product engineers, and technical sales to deliver engineering solutions and customer support.
Experience Level
Entry-level / Early career. No specific years of experience specified.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include:
- Design, implement, test, and debug software for physical synthesis.
- Develop and optimize multi-threaded and distributed components for performance and scalability.
- Apply and improve algorithms and data structures for synthesis tasks.
- Collaborate with global R&D, product engineering, and technical sales to diagnose issues and provide workarounds.
- Support customers by reproducing issues, proposing fixes, and documenting solutions.
Requirements
Must-have and preferred qualifications:
- Must-have: Proficient in C/C++ development on Linux.
- Must-have: Strong understanding and practical use of data structures and algorithms.
- Must-have: Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication; customer-facing experience desired.
- Nice-to-have: Knowledge of physical synthesis algorithms and timing analysis.
- Nice-to-have: Experience with multithreading and distributed systems.
- Nice-to-have: Prior R&D experience on IC physical design tools and familiarity with physical design flows.
- Nice-to-have: Experience with Tcl or other scripting languages.
Education Requirements
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is specified.
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.
