Senior Design Architect: Systems & Interface IP

Cadence; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 186,000 - 345,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with employer match

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical/dental/vision plans

Job summary

Cadence in San Jose seeks a Design Engineering Architect to lead integration of complex Cadence IP in SoCs. You will guide pre-/post-sales engagements, develop reference designs, and create technical content for field teams.

The role drives advanced IP integration, collaborates across sales, marketing, and engineering, and requires deep RTL and system architecture expertise. Occasional travel applies, with strong compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with high-speed interface protocols (PCIe, UCIe, Ethernet).
• Expertise in integrating IP into complex SoCs and on-chip interconnects.
• Proficient in RTL writing and debugging (Verilog, SystemVerilog).
• Strong design, verification, and post-silicon support capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for Cadence interface controllers and system-level IP integration in customer engagements.
• Lead resolution of critical customer issues and escalations with cross-functional teams.
• Develop reference designs, technical collateral, and application notes for IP integration.
• Develop and deliver training for customers and field engineers.
• Provide advanced technical guidance on IP integration and system deployment.
• Lead product evaluations and release-readiness reviews.
• Analyze customer needs to propose product and documentation improvements.

Skills

RTL design

PCIe

UCIe

Ethernet

AMBA protocols

Verilog

SystemVerilog

SoC integration

Synthesis flows

Education

BS in EE/CS with 12+ years

MS in EE/CS with 8+ years

Job description

Cadence in San Jose seeks a Design Engineering Architect to lead integration of complex Cadence IP in SoCs. You will guide pre-/post-sales engagements, develop reference designs, and create technical content for field teams.

The role drives advanced IP integration, collaborates across sales, marketing, and engineering, and requires deep RTL and system architecture expertise. Occasional travel applies, with strong compensation and benefits.