Cadence Design Systems, Inc.
Principal Application Engineer for Custom IC Layout and Implementation
Cadence Design Systems, Inc., San Jose, California, United States, 95199
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
This is a customer-facing layout application engineering (AE) role where you will present solutions, demonstrate software, solve problems, and develop new creative solutions and flows. You will work closely with customers to understand their design challenges and proliferate recommended solutions. You will work closely with R&D, Product Engineering, and Sales to drive customer success. You will be the technical expert on Cadence tools and a valued consultant on design and implementation issues. You will own customer success!
This role spans a broad range of Custom IC Design and Implementation technologies. You must be eager to learn new tools, flows, and technologies.
You must manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities include
Understanding customers’ custom IC design, simulation and layout challenges
Guiding customer design teams regarding methodology and flows to improve their productivity
Resolving critical tool issues impacting project timelines, often collaborating with product development and peer AEs
Supporting customers with their custom design and layout flows
Conducting technical presentations, technical training, and product demonstrations to customers, including developing customized presentations as required
Supporting technical evaluations/benchmarks and driving the process to deliver Cadence solutions
Partnering with Sales Management and other AEs to identify sales opportunities, prioritize them, and help develop winning sales strategies
Developing an understanding of the customer's needs and the competition's technology and sales strategies to create solutions that best meet our needs.
Communicating customer requirements and feedback to Cadence Engineering and Marketing groups for issue resolution and to improve product features and quality
Helping customers adopt and proliferate our systems solutions including heterogeneous integration and electromagnetic and thermal analysis
Skills needed for this role:
Minimum 5 years of practical hands‑on experience in simulation and layout applications for Custom IC Design. Analog, mixed‑signal or RF design or layout experience.
Experience with Cadence layout tools especially with advanced node (FinFet) geometries
Experience setting up PDK’s and using LVS, D, EMIR, EM and parasitic extraction tools are a plus
Programming and scripting skills in CSH, SKILL are a plus
Strong problem‑solving, communication, organizational, planning, and presentation skills are essential
Ability to work independently and productively with high‑quality output and results in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment
Must be open to constant personal development and growth to meet the evolving demands of the electronics industry
Some travel may be required and necessary
Job location can be Toronto or Ottawa Ontario Canada
Minimum Education and Experience Education: BS/MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering experience
Experience: 5+ years of relevant industry experience
We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.
We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and in equity seeking groups. If you have accessibility needs during the application and interview process, we encourage you to make your needs known.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity throughout all levels of the organization.
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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 staffing@cadence.com.
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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.
Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence.
Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.
Cadence is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.
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This is a customer-facing layout application engineering (AE) role where you will present solutions, demonstrate software, solve problems, and develop new creative solutions and flows. You will work closely with customers to understand their design challenges and proliferate recommended solutions. You will work closely with R&D, Product Engineering, and Sales to drive customer success. You will be the technical expert on Cadence tools and a valued consultant on design and implementation issues. You will own customer success!
This role spans a broad range of Custom IC Design and Implementation technologies. You must be eager to learn new tools, flows, and technologies.
You must manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities include
Understanding customers’ custom IC design, simulation and layout challenges
Guiding customer design teams regarding methodology and flows to improve their productivity
Resolving critical tool issues impacting project timelines, often collaborating with product development and peer AEs
Supporting customers with their custom design and layout flows
Conducting technical presentations, technical training, and product demonstrations to customers, including developing customized presentations as required
Supporting technical evaluations/benchmarks and driving the process to deliver Cadence solutions
Partnering with Sales Management and other AEs to identify sales opportunities, prioritize them, and help develop winning sales strategies
Developing an understanding of the customer's needs and the competition's technology and sales strategies to create solutions that best meet our needs.
Communicating customer requirements and feedback to Cadence Engineering and Marketing groups for issue resolution and to improve product features and quality
Helping customers adopt and proliferate our systems solutions including heterogeneous integration and electromagnetic and thermal analysis
Skills needed for this role:
Minimum 5 years of practical hands‑on experience in simulation and layout applications for Custom IC Design. Analog, mixed‑signal or RF design or layout experience.
Experience with Cadence layout tools especially with advanced node (FinFet) geometries
Experience setting up PDK’s and using LVS, D, EMIR, EM and parasitic extraction tools are a plus
Programming and scripting skills in CSH, SKILL are a plus
Strong problem‑solving, communication, organizational, planning, and presentation skills are essential
Ability to work independently and productively with high‑quality output and results in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment
Must be open to constant personal development and growth to meet the evolving demands of the electronics industry
Some travel may be required and necessary
Job location can be Toronto or Ottawa Ontario Canada
Minimum Education and Experience Education: BS/MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering experience
Experience: 5+ years of relevant industry experience
We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.
We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and in equity seeking groups. If you have accessibility needs during the application and interview process, we encourage you to make your needs known.
Additional Jobs (https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/addl_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) (https://www.cadence.com/content/dam/cadence-www/global/en_US/documents/company/careers/equal-employment-opportunity-policy.pdf)
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 staffing@cadence.com.
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) (https://www.cadence.com/en_US/home/privacy/privacy-policy.html) .
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) (https://www.cadence.com/content/dam/cadence-www/global/en_US/documents/company/careers/e-verify-participation-poster.pdf)
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.
Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence.
Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.
Cadence is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.
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