Develop and optimize high-performance, multi-threaded software for physical synthesis and routing in digital IC design. Responsibilities include algorithm research, C/C++ development on Linux, distributed-system debugging, performance optimization, and collaboration with global R&D and product engineering teams. The role supports advanced semiconductor design flows and may involve GPU programming, scripting automation, timing analysis, and EDA tools.
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About the Role
Join the Innovus team to develop next-generation routing and physical synthesis technologies for digital IC design. You will work on high-performance, multi-threaded systems that enable advanced semiconductor design flows.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, design, implement, and optimize algorithms for physical synthesis and routing engines.
- Develop robust, scalable software in C/C++ on Linux platforms.
- Collaborate with global R&D teams and product engineers to deliver innovative solutions.
- Debug and resolve complex issues in large-scale distributed systems.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree or Master’s degree with minimum 2 years of work experience in Computer Engineering or Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Strong programming skills in C/C++ and experience with Linux development.
- Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of physical design flows, timing analysis, and routing algorithms.
- Experience with multi-threaded programming and performance optimization.
- Experience with GPU programming
- Familiarity with scripting languages (Tcl, Python) for automation.
- Prior exposure to EDA tools or IC design environments.
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Cadence Design Systems Austin, Texas, USA Office
Austin, United States
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