Principal Solutions Engineer

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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