Functional Safety Engineer

Cadence, a leading global electronic design automation company, is seeking a Functional Safety Engineer to join their team. This role is crucial in implementing ISO 26262 safety plans for Silicon Solutions Group (SSG) IP's, including processors, hardware accelerators, and controllers targeted for automotive products. The position offers a competitive salary range of $136,500 to $253,500 with additional benefits.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing ISO 26262 compliant processes, infrastructure, and work products. They will collaborate with customer safety organizations, vendors, external safety experts, and internal product development teams to ensure proper execution and documentation of functional safety processes. This role is part of an agile engineering team focused on delivering safety and cybersecurity solutions per ISO 26262 and ISO 21434 standards for the growing Automotive/ADAS markets.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred) with at least 5 years of relevant experience. The successful candidate should have strong knowledge of microprocessor architecture, hardware accelerator design, and SoC/ASIC design methodologies. Experience with ISO 26262 and safety certification is strongly preferred.

Cadence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plans, medical/dental/vision insurance, and paid time off. The company is recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For, known for its empowering culture and dedication to solving the world's toughest technical challenges.

This role presents an excellent opportunity for a safety-focused engineer to make a significant impact in the automotive technology sector while working with cutting-edge semiconductor design technologies. The position is based in either Pune or Bangalore, India, with occasional international travel required.