STA Application Engineer

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106K-198K Annually
Entry level
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The Role
Performs static timing, glitch, noise, and SPICE analysis using Cadence Tempus Signoff. Develops timing and ECO flows, validates constraints, benchmarks tool features, and supports advanced OCV/SOCV, PBA, distributed, and concurrent STA methodologies. Collaborates with R&D and customers on timing correlation, in-design ECO optimization, and new technology enablement. Automates workflows with Perl, Tcl, and Python, leads customer signoff campaigns, and delivers technical training.
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.

Perform Static timing analysis, glitch, noise analysis using Tempus Signoff tool. Executing and delivering on various aspects of Timing analysis flows, ECO flows, CAD tools and methodologies.

Work on SDC constraints, advanced OCV/SOCV concepts, derates, PBA timing, Distributed and Concurrent STA flows.

Work efficiently with R&D and customer to enable various timing analysis & ECO flows including newer advanced technologies.

Performing timing correlation, tool feature benchmarking, constraints validation, spice analysis on various tech nodes and customer designs.

Work on In-design timing ECO optimizations solutions with basic knowledge of Place and Route, Clock Tree, RC Extraction and UPF/CPF concepts.

Execute and lead Tempus timing signoff campaigns at existing and new customers.

Automation of flows using scripting languages (Perl, Tcl, python).

Deliver technical trainings and seminars within Cadence and customer sites.

The annual salary range for California is $106,400 to $197,600. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.

We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.

Skills Required

  • Experience with static timing analysis, glitch analysis, and noise analysis using Tempus Signoff
  • Knowledge of SDC constraints, advanced OCV/SOCV concepts, derates, and PBA timing
  • Knowledge of distributed and concurrent STA flows
  • Experience with timing correlation, constraints validation, tool feature benchmarking, and SPICE analysis
  • Basic knowledge of place and route, clock tree, RC extraction, and UPF/CPF concepts
  • Scripting experience with Perl, Tcl, or Python

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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