- Bachelor’s degree is required, with 6+ years of experience in IC design, electronic engineering, or computer science–related applications.
- Familiar with analog design flows, including circuit and layout design, physical verification (DRC/LVS/Dummy Fill), and post‑layout RC extraction flows.
- Solid understanding of Spice models and simulation flows is a strong plus.
- Basic understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes (e.g., CMOS process fundamentals, PDK concepts, variability considerations).
- Experience supporting foundry is highly preferred.
- Proficient in programing languages, including PERL/TCL/SKILL., experience w/ Cadence PAS/Pcell Designer tool is a plus.
- Strong communication skills, self‑motivated, with a collaborative mindset and customer‑oriented attitude.
- MS degree and/or prior experience at an IC design house or foundry is a plus.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 6+ years of experience in IC design or related fields
- Familiarity with analog design flows
- Solid understanding of Spice models
- Basic understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes
- Experience supporting foundry
- Proficient in programming languages including PERL/TCL/SKILL
- MS degree and/or experience at an IC design house
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
