CAD/EDA Tools Software Engineer

Intel Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Stock bonuses

Health, retirement, and vacation benef

Job summary

Intel Corporation is seeking a CAD/EDA Tools Software Engineer in Hillsboro, Oregon. You will design and develop automation tools and workflows for design automation across the hardware design lifecycle, collaborating with hardware design, process design, and manufacturing teams.

You will capture user stories, write both functional and test code, and help automate build/deploy pipelines. Prior experience with EDA tools and scripting in Python/C++ is required; a Master’s degree is required with

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in a related STEM field is required.
• 6+ months of solid programming/scripting experience (Python, C++).
• Ph.D. degree preferred in a related STEM field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and debug software tools and automation for design environments.
• Capture requirements from internal stakeholders and translate into technical solutions.
• Write functional and test code to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Automate build and deployment pipelines for tool delivery and updates.
• Perform unit, integration, and end-to-end testing of software tools.

Skills

Python

C++

Linux

Git

Education

Master of Science in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science

Ph.D. in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Synopsys IC V

Siemens Calibre

Job description

Job Details

Intel's Foundry Technology Manufacturing (FTM) is seeking a talented and motivated CAD/EDA Tools Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will design, develop, test, and debug software tools, flows, and methodologies used in design automation and by cross-functional teams in the design of hardware products, process design, and manufacturing. You will play a critical role in enabling engineering productivity by building robust, scalable, and efficient automation solutions that support the full hardware design lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and debug software tools, flows, and methodologies used in design automation environments.
• Capture user stories and requirements from internal stakeholders and translate them into actionable technical solutions.
• Write both functional and test code to ensure high-quality, maintainable software deliverables.
• Automate build and deployment pipelines to streamline tool delivery and updates.
• Perform unit, integration, and end-to-end testing of software tools to validate functionality and reliability.
• Develop and maintain scripts and automation frameworks to support physical design, place and route, and DRC verification workflows.
• Collaborate with hardware design, process design, and manufacturing teams to identify automation opportunities and improve design methodologies.
• Support the administration, deployment, and maintenance of CAD software and EDA tool infrastructure.
• Develop job management tools on distributed computing systems to optimize resource utilization and workflow efficiency.
• Standardize and document processes through workflows, templates, and reusable automation components.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of software development best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Master of Science degree, in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or in a related STEM field.
• 6+ months of experience in: solid programming and scripting languages such as Python, or C++; experience working on Linux environments, version management systems and EDA Tools.
• Preferred: Ph.D. degree, in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or in a related STEM field.
• 12+ months of experience in: industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys ICV, Siemens Calibre for use in physical design, place and route scripts, and DRC verification; development of job management tools on distributed computing systems; automate processes whether standardized through workflows, templates, and other means; knowledge of CAD software administration and deployment.

Job Type

College Grad Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Stock bonuses
• Benefit programs including health, retirement, and vacation

Salary

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $111,030.00-211,200.00 USD

Work Model

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Additional Information

Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.