Software Engineer II

Cadence Design Systems is seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer II for the Digital Design and Implementation Group. This role involves innovating, designing, and developing key technology for the Innovus™ product, primarily focusing on Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS). The engineer will research, design, and implement EDA physical design algorithms, develop code in C/C++ and Tcl, and explore AI/ML techniques to enhance quality of results. The position is based in Austin, TX, working within a global team.

Must Have

• MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• C/C++ software development experience in Linux environment
• Strong understanding and extensive usage of data structures and algorithms
• Highly technical engineer with excellent problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a distributed software engineering team

Good to Have

• Experience in the use of AI/ML for EDA
• Knowledge of EDA physical design algorithms
• Knowledge of timing analysis
• Knowledge of multi-threading

Job Overview:

Cadence Design Systems is looking for a highly motivated Software Engineer to work with the Digital Design and Implementation Group engineering team. You will be joining an exciting R&D team responsible for innovating, designing, and developing key technology used within the Innovus™ product. The position is based in Austin, TX working within a global team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Research, design, and implement EDA physical design algorithms and technology, primarily in Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS).
• Develop code in C/C++ and Tcl within a distributed software development environment with other contributors.
• Explore and integrate AI and Machine Learning (ML) techniques to improve quality of results.
• Optimize existing technology solutions and determine opportunities for further enhancements.

There is a significant research element to the work that Cadence does that is truly innovative; we often don’t know what the answers are when we start out! Familiarity with and application of AI/ML techniques will empower the team to deliver truly next-generation tool solutions.

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

• MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• C/C++ software development experience in Linux environment.
• Strong understanding and extensive usage of data structures and algorithms.
• Highly technical engineer with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a distributed software engineering team.

Preferred:

• Experience in the use of AI/ML for EDA is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of EDA physical design algorithms, timing analysis, and multi-threading.