CAD Engineer (TC-64000979)

Cirrus Logic; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Chandler is seeking an experienced CAD Engineer to develop and maintain software for RTL quality flow. This position requires expertise in EDA tools and automation, alongside a strong educational background in electrical or computer engineering. The ideal candidate will collaborate with teams to enhance design methodologies and support verification flows, driving improvements in tool performance. A commitment to inclusive excellence is essential for creating an exceptional workplace.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field plus five years of experience or equivalent qualifications.
• Three years of in-tool automation experience with EDA software via API.
• Experience building EDA automation flows.
• 3+ years of experience using software skills to synthesize tool behaviors and feedback into user-readable documentation; hardware/semiconductor design knowledge included.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain RTL Quality Flow software to automate vendor tools.
• Support CAD tools and methodology flows for digital and mixed-signal verification.
• Collaborate with EDA providers for tool improvements.
• Collaborate with EDA providers to drive improvements, and bug fixes to improve RTL design flow.
• Drive consensus across business units on tool & design methodology.
• Verify CAD flows are generating correct results (flow signoff).
• Work closely with technology and design teams to determine signoff criteria.

Skills

In-tool automation of EDA software via API language (e.g., SKILL, Lisp, TCL)

EDA tools (Cadence, Synopsys, Real Intent)

Software development skills for tool behavior synthesis

Signoff criteria definition

Education

Master of Science in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering

PhD in relevant field

Tools

Cadence

Synopsys

Real Intent

API languages (SKILL, Lisp, TCL)

Job description

For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutionsfor the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, which was built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn’t do it without our extraordinary workforce – and that’s where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!

We are seeking an experienced CAD Engineer to develop and maintain software integral to RTL quality flow to automate launching vendor tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software integral to the RTL Quality Flow to automate launching vendor tools
• Support CAD tools and methodology flows for digital and mixed-signal verification
• Assist in the automation of digital design & verification methodologies
• Collaborate with EDA providers to drive improvements, and bug fixes to improve RTL design flow
• Drive consensus across business units on tool & design methodology
• Verify CAD flows are generating correct results (flow signoff)
• Work closely with technology and design teams to determine signoff criteria

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Master of Science in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering or a closely related field plus five years of relevant experience. Alternatively, a Bachelor of Science in one of the foregoing fields plus seven years of relevant experience or a PhD in one of the foregoing fields plus three years of relevant experience is acceptable.
• In all cases, experience must includethree years of experience with in-tool automation of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software via API language (e.g., SKILL, Lisp, TCL, etc.); three years of experience building EDA automation flows for linking
• 3+ years of experience with EDA tools (including Cadence, Synopsys, Real Intent, and similar tools) to design custom flows and enable new tool features.
• 3+ years of experience using software skills to synthesize tool behaviors and feedback into user-readable documentation, applying both hardware/semiconductor design and advanced software development skills. All experience may be gained concurrently.

Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.

Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.