Principal SW Engineer

Cadence, Inc.
San Jose, CA, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$154,000.0 - $286,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Perl (Programming Language) Python (Programming Language) Tcl (Programming Language) YAML Scripting Virtual Agents Physical Design

Job description

  • Product Engineer for Integrity 3D-IC.
  • Developing interfaces and integrating various Cadence tools and engines into the Integrity 3D-IC platform.
  • Working closely with R&D group to develop, integrate and enhance 3D-IC solutions, including 3D-IC system planning, implementation, and analysis/verification, and Agentic AI applications.
  • Collaborating with the field teams in customer engagement and providing technical support and guidance.
  • Communicating and coordinating with multiple R&D groups and field teams to enable 3D-IC solutions to customers.

Requirements

  • BS degree with 10+ years or MS degree and 5+ years of engineering work experience in the semiconductor industry.
  • Experience in physical implementation, place-and-route, and signoff tools. Familiar with Cadence digital flows and advanced packaging design with Allegro Package Designer.
  • Knowledge and experience in 3D-IC system planning, implementation, analysis, and signoff flows is a plus
  • Hands-on experience in scripting languages, such as TCL, Perl, YAML, and Python.
  • Good trouble-shooting and technical documentation skills.
  • A self-motivated, proactive leaner and team player, with excellent communication skills and a customer-oriented attitude.

Benefits & conditions

The annual salary range for California is $154,000 to $286,000. 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.

About the company

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

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