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Principal Solutions Engineer

Cadence Design Systems Inc
Washington, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/31/2025 CLOSED ON 12/16/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Solutions Engineer position at Cadence Design Systems Inc?

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

Experience should include:
  • Deep understanding of IC layout on advanced node, 16nm or below, geometries.
  • Layout techniques for device matching, parasitic optimization, high speed routing, electromigration and power planning.
  • Expert at custom/analog IC physical implementation and automation.
  • A good understanding of parasitic RC delay, signal integrity and EMIR.
  • Layout dependent effects' impact on circuit performance.
  • Techniques to mitigate verification challenges on leading foundry flows.
  • Chip planning and block implementation flows.
  • CAD experience with setting up Analog layout tools, scripting (SKILL, TCL, UNIX), PDK configuration.

Responsibilities will include:
  • Collaborating with other engineers within and external to the team
  • Technical lead on modules within projects, working with other team members.
  • Assisting in scoping customer projects and participating in customer presentations.
  • Creating advanced node physical design methodologies including databases and documentation for delivery to the customer.
  • Collaborating with the Cadence R&D teams to help develop the layout editing and verification tools.
  • Understanding customer's analog layout implementation challenges, especially at lower nodes, guiding the customer in terms of methodology and flows to improve their productivity, resolve critical tool issues.
  • Conducting technical presentations, technical training, and product demonstrations to customers, including development of customized presentations as required.
  • Supporting technical evaluations/benchmarks to deliver Cadence solutions.
  • Developing an understanding of the customer's needs and of the competition's technology to create solutions that best meet our customer needs.
  • Strong vocabulary, communication, organizational, planning, and presentation skills are essential.
  • Ability to work independently and productively with high quality output and results in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
  • Must be open to personal development and growth to meet the evolving demands of the EDA industry.
  • Some travel will be required and necessary.

Education Requirements:

BS/MS in Electrical, Computer, or other Engineering discipline

Experience Requirements:

10 or more years of experience

The annual salary range for Washington is $113,400 to $210,600. 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.
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Salary : $113,400 - $210,600

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