Job Description
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.Principal Application EngineerThis Digital IC design and support role offers an opportunity to work on a variety of digital implementation and support activities associated with Cadence EDA tools for Synthesis, Logical Equivalency Checking (LEC), Design-for-Test (DFT), Place & Route and Static Timing Analysis (STA).You may get involved in design services projects and/or supporting customers using Cadence tools on their projects in areas such as 5G, IOT, automotive, advanced CPU, wireless, audio, image processing, AI, machine learning etc.This role is ideal for someone with several years of hands on ASIC/IC design experience who is looking for a new challenge in an absorbing customer facing role.This role requires strong technical capability in Cadence tools (or similar), flow development, and the ability to think outside of the box.Job responsibilities:Support customers using Cadence EDA software in one or more of these areas:Synthesis, DFT, Logical Equivalency CheckingLow Power Design Implementation, SDC VerificationPlace and RouteParasitic Extraction, Timing Signoff, Power SignoffBe the primary focal point for technical issues, questions, and discussions for a given customer engagementLead technical discussions with customers and be the primary technical interface between customer and Cadence R&D. Capable of influencing outcomes among customers, R&D and Cadence technical team members.Develop an understanding of the customer's needs and also of the competition's technology and sales strategies.Perform methodology assessments, improve existing design methodologies, and develop new ones that leverage Cadence technology and services.Create and conduct technical presentations and product demonstrations to customersRequires on-site visits and some travelGood team player, help mentor other AEsGood consulting/client skills. Deliver results with minimal day-to-day guidance. Self-motivated.Review, document and resolve project technical issues. Escalation of issues to Project Management when appropriateRequirements:MS in Electronics Engineering with minimum 5+ years industry related experience in design and/or EDA4+ years of experience in Synthesis (Genus or Design Compiler), DFT and Logic Equivalency tools Or Cadence or Synopsys place and route tools (Physical Synthesis, PnR, CTS, Static Timing Analysis)Debug and resolve complicated PPA, Low Power implementation and TAT issues.Exceptional troubleshooting and analytical skillsExcellent command in scripting languages such as Perl, Tcl and shell scripting essentials Strong problem solving & analysis skills covering digital implementationProven track record and experience working in a fast-paced environment Excellent customer interaction & presentation skillsWe’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.