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Senior Application Engineer

Cadence is a global electronic design automation company providing software, hardware, and IP to design advanced semiconductor chips.
$84,000 - $156,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Description For Senior Application Engineer

Cadence, a leading global electronic design automation company, is seeking a Senior Application Engineer to join their team. This role combines technical expertise in semiconductor design verification with customer-facing responsibilities.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in the semiconductor industry, focusing on physical verification solutions including Pegasus and related technologies. You'll be at the intersection of technical problem-solving and customer success, helping design teams improve their productivity and overcome critical challenges.

As a Senior Application Engineer, you'll be responsible for understanding and guiding customers through physical verification and signoff flows, conducting technical presentations and training, and resolving critical tool issues. The role requires both deep technical knowledge and strong communication skills, as you'll be interacting with engineers, technical leads, and executives.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $84,000 to $156,000 in San Jose, CA, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and equity opportunities. Cadence has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For, highlighting their empowering culture and commitment to innovation.

The ideal candidate should have a BS/MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 0-2 years of relevant experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and experience with scripting languages like TCL and Python. You'll be working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that offers constant opportunities for personal growth and development.

This role is perfect for someone who wants to combine technical expertise with customer interaction, working on solutions that directly impact the advancement of semiconductor technology. You'll be part of a company that plays a critical role in creating technologies that modern life depends on, making this an opportunity to contribute to meaningful and impactful work in the technology sector.

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Responsibilities For Senior Application Engineer

  • Understanding customers' physical verification and signoff flows
  • Guiding customer design teams regarding methodology and flows
  • Resolving critical tool issues and collaborating with product development
  • Conducting technical presentations and training
  • Supporting technical evaluations/benchmarks
  • Developing understanding of customer needs and competition
  • Provide technical support for Physical verification solutions
  • Conduct root cause analysis for customer technical issues
  • Develop and run testcases
  • Author application notes and documentation feedback
  • Use scripting languages for flow development and automation
  • Engage in pre-sales and post-sales technical campaigns

Requirements For Senior Application Engineer

Python
Linux
  • BS/MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering
  • 0-2 years of relevant industry experience
  • Hands-on experience in physical verification flows
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment
  • Must be open to constant personal development

Benefits For Senior Application Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Medical, dental and vision plans
  • Bonus
  • Equity

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