Digital Flow Enablement Solutions Architect

About Cadence

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. This remote role is open to candidates who are currently located in the United States.

• Leading customer engagements on standard cell library optimization and RTL->
  
  GDS enablement, including tech
  
  LEF creation and updates, mapping files, and general flow development.
• Interfacing with customers regarding digital flow enablement and methodologies, including:
  • timing characterization, including sensitivity modeling
  • Physical view generation (LEF, GDS, abstracts, etc)
  • Logical view generation (LIB, CDL, Spectre, etc)
  • Technology LEF creation for digital tools
  • MSOA flows
• Performing design of experiments and running Genus/Innovus to validate tech
  
  LEF correctness and library performance and DRC correctness
• Tempus timing flow development and validation
• Working closely with R&D on tools and methodology improvements
• Other digital P&R tasks as needed by the group
• Processes nodes range from 1.4nm to 350nm, with majority of work at GAA advanced nodes

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 12-16 years of design/EDA experience or Master’s degree with at least 10 years of experience. Master’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of standard cell and IO design, optimization and characterization methodology including LLE/LDE effects
• Excellent digital simulation and debug skills
• Experience with tech
  
  LEF development at advanced nodes a must
• Understanding of Liberty (.lib), Verilog & other views, such as NLDM, CCS & ECSM
• Strong knowledge of Digital Design flows and Static Timing Analysis
• Prior experience with ASIC digital implementation flows and EDA tools is required
• Experience with advanced nodes (5nm and below) required.
• Good programming knowledge in Unix, Shell scripting, perl and importantly TCL
• Strong customer-facing communication and problem solving skills
• Strong personal drive for continuous learning and expanding professional skill sets
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Characterization:
  Liberate, Liberate MX, Liberate AMS
• Simulators:
  Spectre, AMS, Xcelium
• Digital:
  Genus, Innovus, Tempus, Voltus, Prime Time etc

The annual salary range for California is $157,500 to $292,500. 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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