Software Engineer II

Cadence Design Systems • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

This position is for an R&D engineer at Cadence, involved in developing a multi-threaded and distributed physical synthesis core engine within the Innovus Implementation System. The role requires interaction and collaboration with a highly motivated global R&D team. Cadence is a global electronic design automation company that provides software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips, enabling customers to create revolutionary products and experiences. Cadence is recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For, driven by a shared passion for solving technical challenges and pushing industry limits.

Requirements

• Highly technical engineer with excellent problem solving skills
• C/C++ software development experience in Linux environment
• Strong understanding and extensive usage of data structures and algorithms
• Great communication skills and a strong desire for working with customers
• MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. track a plus (for MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science)
• Knowledge of routing algorithms, like globalRoute, detailRoute
• Knowledge of physical synthesis algorithms, timing analysis and multithreading is a strong plus
• Prior R&D experience working on IC physical designs tools
• Hands on experience using the above physical design tools for design closure and knowledge of physical design flows a plus
• Experience with Tcl and other scripting language

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, troubleshooting and debugging software programs in the areas of physical synthesis
• Work closely with product engineers/technical sales to provide engineering solutions and workarounds to make customers successful

Benefits

• paid vacation
• paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• employee stock purchase plan
• a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options
• incentive compensation: bonus
• incentive compensation: equity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees