Design Engineer

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At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

Custom Layout Design Engineer

Position Description:      

  • Responsible for custom layout floorplan, matching guides, resistor/capacitor placement, reduce coupling & noise, sensitive signals routing, mix-signals routing, etc.

  • Responsible for custom layout top level hierarchy floorplan for blocks/powers

  • Responsible for high-speed mixed-signal PHY such as SerDes, USB, DDR, etc

  • Responsible for cooperation with analog circuit design team to ensure high efficiency and quality for analog layout design.

Position Requirements:

  • BSEE degree with 2+ years of applicable experience in analog/custom layout of advanced technology nodes

  • Proficient with Layout edit/verify tools, like Virtuoso XL, Pegasus/Calibre DRC/LVS, etc.

  • Proficient with EMIR tools, like Voltus-FI

  • Hands-on experience conducting DRC/LVS/ERC analysis, EMIR analysis, and recommending appropriate solutions

  • Fundamental understanding of IC design technology and process/methodology

  • Essential that the individual demonstrates good teamwork and self-motivation

  • Good communication skills in English

  • Work experience in PERC run is a plus

  • Work experience in FinFET layout is a plus

  • Work experience in ESD/Latch-up is a plus

  • Work experience in cooperation with digital P&R team is a plus

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This Design Engineer role at cadence is based in SHANGHAI. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Design Engineer role at cadence full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Design Engineer role at cadence.
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When was the Design Engineer job at cadence posted?
This Design Engineer position at cadence was posted on Jul 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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