Software Architect
3+ months ago• Shanghai, China
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
Job responsibilities:
- Responsible for designing, developing, for updating, maintaining, documenting and supporting IP models of standard AMBA protocols and proprietary CUP protocol for use on hardware based verification products.
- Work closely with customer to adopt and develop new features and spec version on new proprietary CUP protocol.
- Interface with internal teams (AE, PE, VIP and ABVIP), and external customer (Mainly Xiaomi) to work on diverse problems and solutions related to emulation, simulation, or verification.
- Perform as team member toward cross verification of and cross training in AMBA IP as well as in developing and using lifecycle processes to ensure product quality.
Job Requirements:
- The position requires BSEE, or equivalent, with a minimum of 4 years of industry experience in designing hardware and software systems.
- Must have excellent communication skills with both written and spoken English.
- C / C++ knowledge and hands-on experience.
- RTL design knowledge using Verilog/SystemVerilog is required along with experience using RTL verification tools and flows.
- Debugging experience.
- Experience with team-wide collaboration tools and process.
- Drive and ability to schedule workload and plan own tasks effectively.
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Preferred:
- Verification experience using Cadence simulation and/or emulation products is highly desired.
- Experience in AMBA protocols is highly desired . CHI knowledge / experience is strongly recommended and is a big advantage.
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Client-provided location(s): Shanghai, China
Job ID: Cadence-R48117
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-04-08T11:40:24
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Health Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion