Principal Design Engineer

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Hyderabad, Telangana, IND
In-Office
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Hardware • Software • Semiconductor
The Role
Performs static and dynamic IR-drop and electromigration analysis for advanced semiconductor nodes. Drives IREM fixes through placement, routing, and physical verification signoff cycles; optimizes full-chip and block-level power delivery networks, including power meshes and RDL structures. Develops TCL, Python, Perl, and Shell automation scripts to improve signoff efficiency. Collaborates cross-functionally to resolve IR hotspots, EM violations, and power-grid bottlenecks while considering placement, routing, congestion, timing ECOs, and power integrity.
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.

Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality.  Cadence customers are the world’s most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health.

The Cadence Advantage

  • The opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in an environment that encourages you to be creative, innovative, and to make an impact.
  • Cadence’s employee-friendly policies focus on the physical and mental well-being of employees, career development, providing opportunities for learning, and celebrating success in recognition of specific needs of the employees.
  • The unique “One Cadence – One Team” culture promotes collaboration within and across teams to ensure customer success
  • Multiple avenues of learning and development available for employees to explore as per their specific requirement and interests
  • You get to work with a diverse team of passionate, dedicated, and talented individuals who go above and beyond for our customers, our communities, and each other—every day.

Job responsibilities:

BE/BTECH/ME/MTECH Or Equivalent Degree

EXP-7-15years

  • Key Responsibilities
    • Perform static/dynamic IR-drop and EM analysis using tools like RedHawk‑SC and Voltus. 
    • Drive IREM fixes during PnR and PV signoff cycles. 
    • Optimize full‑chip and block‑level Power Delivery Network (PDN), including PG mesh and RDL structures.
    • Develop automation scripts (TCL/Python/Perl/Shell) to improve signoff efficiency and reduce TAT. 
    • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve IR hot spots, EM‑violating nets, and PG bottlenecks.
  • Required Skills
    • 7+ years in IR/EM/PDN signoff across 7nm → 3nm nodes.
    • Hands‑on expertise with Voltus/Redhawk‑SC, Innovus/ICC2 environments. 
    • Strong scripting and automation background.
    • Understanding of placement, routing, congestion, timing ECOs, and how they impact PG integrity. 
We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.

Skills Required

  • BE, BTech, ME, MTech, or equivalent degree
  • 7+ years of experience in IR, EM, and PDN signoff across 7nm to 3nm technology nodes
  • Hands-on expertise with Voltus and RedHawk-SC
  • Experience with Innovus and ICC2 environments
  • Strong scripting and automation skills using TCL, Python, Perl, or Shell
  • Understanding of placement, routing, congestion, timing ECOs, and their impact on power-grid integrity

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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The Company
HQ: San Jose, CA
8,216 Employees
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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