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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:

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  • 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.

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