RTL-GDSII, Principal Application Engineer

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Key Responsibilities Lead technical strategy and execution for critical customer design projects, influencing design methodologies and implementation flows at advanced nodes (3nm and below) Partner with sales teams to grow Cadence business by showcasing Cadence’s leadership in digital implementation. Serve as a primary consultant for advanced-node design synthesis & implementation, Agentic-AI and signoff, leveraging deep expertise in synthesis, place & route, CTS, floor planning, timing signoff, design convergence with timing closure, and power optimization as key aspects. Develop and deploy custom solutions using scripting languages (TCL, PERL, Python) to address unique customer requirements. Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing across teams. Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering. 8+ years of hands-on experience in physical implementation and signoff at 7nm and below, with multiple successful tapeouts. Demonstrated expertise in digital synthesis, place-and-route, static timing analysis, AI in EDA, and achieving timing and power goals for advanced node designs. Strong debugging skills with the ability to isolate and resolve critical design issues efficiently. Proficiency in scripting for automation and flow customization. Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a track record of building strong customer relationships. The annual salary range for California is $84,000 to $156,000. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more. We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t. Additional Jobs Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity throughout all levels of the organization. Read the policy(opens in a new tab) We welcome your interest in the company and want to make sure our job site is accessible to all. If you experience difficulty using this site or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Privacy Policy: Job Applicant If you are a job seeker creating a profile using our careers website, please see the privacy policy(opens in a new tab). E-Verify Cadence participates in the E-Verify program in certain U.S. locations as required by law. Download More Information on E-Verify (64K) Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences. Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. 
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