Cadence Design SystemsRemote
Lead Solutions Engineer – Runset Enablement (Physical Verification)
United States of America
Full Time
3 weeks ago
H1B Sponsor Likely
Key skills
DRC runset developmentLVS runset developmentPegasusCalibreICVAssuraPERC runsetsFill runsetsAdvanced process technologiesGround RulesSmartFillESDScripting languagesTCLPythonPerlLinuxUnixAutomation frameworksRegression testingPhysical verificationSemiconductor designChip fabrication processesMulti-die integrationInfluenceInnovationRLeadershipMentoringCollaborationPresentation Skills
About this role
Cadence is a company that hires and develops leaders and innovators in technology. They are seeking a Lead Solutions Engineer specializing in runset enablement to support advanced semiconductor technologies, focusing on the delivery of physical verification solutions and customer adoption through automation and best practices.
Responsibilities:
- Lead development and validation of Pegasus DRC and LVS runsets for advanced nodes
- Architect automation frameworks for regression execution, issue detection, and validation reporting
- Collaborate with R&D to resolve CCRs, influence product roadmap, and implement performance improvements
- Provide technical enablement and support for customers on tool usage and advanced methodologies
- Mentor junior engineers and establish best practices for runset development and QA
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of verification solutions
Requirements:
- MS degree with 5+ years of experience or PhD with 3+ years in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Strong understanding of semiconductor design and physical verification flows
- Proven expertise in developing and validating DRC and LVS runsets for Pegasus or similar tools (Calibre, ICV, Assura)
- Deep knowledge of advanced process technologies and methodologies (Ground Rules, SmartFill, ESD)
- Proficiency in scripting languages (TCL, Python, Perl) and Linux/Unix environments
- Familiarity with chip fabrication processes and multi-die integration challenges
- Experience in automation frameworks for regression and validation
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives
- Innovative mindset to explore unconventional solutions and optimize workflows
- Operate with integrity and foster collaboration across global teams
- Good-to-have: Experience with PERC and Fill runsets