Principal Application Engineer

This opportunity is for an Application Engineer (AE) in Custom IC Layout area at Cadence. He/She will work closely with the sales team in supporting sales campaigns by delivering workshops, benchmarks, product demonstrations, methodology consultations and product support. He/She will also work closely with R&D to provide solution and become a key bridge between R&D and customers.

Must Have

• Familiar with backend Custom IC Layout flows and concept
• Ability to do SKILL programming
• Experience in using Linux operating system (e.g. RHEL, etc.)
• Fluent in both written and conversational Mandarin and English

Good to Have

• Familiar with Reticle design and manufacture flow
• Knowledge on usage of DRC/LVS tools such as Pegasus
• Knowledge on parasitic extraction flow using Quantus

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

This opportunity is for an Application Engineer (AE) in Custom IC Layout area at Cadence. He/She will work closely with the sales team in supporting sales campaigns by delivering workshops, benchmarks, product demonstrations, methodology consultations and product support. He/She will also work closely with R&D to provide solution and become a key bridge between R&D and customers.

Years of experience: 7 to 12 years in analog/mixed-signal circuit layout, interested in CAD tools and design flow setup

Mandatory technical skill requirements:

• Familiar with backend Custom IC Layout flows and concept
• Ability to do SKILL programming
• Experience in using Linux operating system (e.g. RHEL, etc.)

Optional technical skill requirements:

• Familiar with Reticle design and manufacture flow
• Knowledge on usage of DRC/LVS tools such as Pegasus
• Knowledge on parasitic extraction flow using Quantus

Mandatory linguistic requirements:

• Must be fluent in both written and conversational Mandarin and English

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About Us

Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences.

Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence.

Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.