Lead Design Engineer

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Austin, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Hardware • Software • Semiconductor
The Role
Lead digital design engineer responsible for designing and integrating SoC IPs, developing microarchitectural specifications, performing lint, CDC, synthesis, and PPA optimization, and supporting verification and physical design teams. The role also involves creating synthesis constraints, debugging design issues, automating repetitive tasks with scripting, and collaborating across engineering teams.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

#### Responsibilities:

* Design and integration of IPs in SoC based on high-level architectural specifications from customers.
* Perform Lint/CDC checks on the design for quality assurance and resolve related issues.
* Create synthesis constraints for the design at the IP and SoC level and perform basic synthesis for PPA (Power, Performance, Area) optimization.
* Create detailed Microarchitectural Specification documents for the design.
* Provide support to the verification team for test plan creation, coverage analysis, and feature debugging.
* Provide support to the physical design team as needed for design implementation.
* Implement innovative solutions to automate repetitive tasks.
* Collaborate within and across teams for effective project execution.

#### Requirements:

* B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech with 5-8 years of experience as a digital design engineer.
* Strong knowledge of digital design fundamentals and Verilog/SystemVerilog (SV).
* Solid knowledge of Lint/CDC tools and the ability to set up flows from scratch.
* Knowledge of creating synthesis constraints and Static Timing Analysis (STA); familiarity with synthesis tools is a plus.
* Familiarity with simulation tools (e.g., Xcelium, Verisium) to support verification.
* Experience with AMBA protocols and other ARM IPs is a plus.
* Experience with high-speed IPs such as PCIe, Ethernet, and DDR is a plus.
* Proficiency in scripting languages (Python/Perl/Tcl).
* Ability to innovate and automate repetitive tasks.
* Good communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration.
 

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Skills Required

  • B.E., B.Tech, or M.Tech degree
  • At least 5 years of experience as a digital design engineer
  • Strong knowledge of digital design fundamentals
  • Proficiency in Verilog and SystemVerilog
  • Strong knowledge of Lint and CDC tools, including setting up flows from scratch
  • Experience creating synthesis constraints and performing Static Timing Analysis
  • Familiarity with synthesis tools
  • Familiarity with simulation tools such as Xcelium or Verisium
  • Experience with AMBA protocols and ARM IPs
  • Experience with high-speed IPs such as PCIe, Ethernet, or DDR
  • Proficiency in Python, Perl, or Tcl
  • Ability to innovate and automate repetitive tasks
  • Good communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Cadence Design Systems Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cadence Design Systems and has not been reviewed or approved by Cadence Design Systems.

  • Equity Value & Accessibility A discounted ESPP with a lookback feature and equity included in total compensation make ownership broadly accessible and potentially meaningful. Structured compensation at an industry leader adds predictability to equity participation.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage are described as solid, with mental‑health/EAP and fertility support enhancing the offering. The breadth across core care and family‑building needs strengthens the healthcare package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Global Recharge Days, volunteer time off, and companywide breaks indicate a comprehensive time‑off framework. In addition, many salaried roles are described as having flexible or generous PTO policies.

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Year Founded: 1988

What We Do

Cadence enables electronic systems and semiconductor companies to create the innovative end products that are transforming the way people live, work and play. Cadence® software, hardware and IP are used by customers to deliver products to market faster. The company's Intelligent System Design strategy helps customers develop differentiated products—from chips to boards to intelligent systems—in mobile, consumer, cloud, data center, automotive, aerospace, IoT, industrial and other market segments. Cadence is listed as one of Fortune Magazine's 100 Best Companies to Work For.

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