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Job Title

EDA Architect Engineer - Debug, Analysis & FPGA Prototyping

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Frontend EDA Engineer to lead the development of design debug, analysis, and visualization tools for simulation and emulation solutions. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in large-scale RTL/netlist handling, performance optimization, and customer-driven tool development, with a proven ability to collaborate closely with leading semiconductor and system companies.

Key Responsibilities

Frontend Debug & Analysis (Primary Focus)

• Architect, design, and enhance frontend EDA tools for RTL/gate-level debug, waveform analysis, and design visualization.
• Drive performance, capacity, and usability improvements for large-scale SoC designs.
• Establish and maintain baseline performance metrics for interactive editing, debugging, and analysis flows.
• Lead investigation and resolution of complex customer design issues involving RTL, netlists, timing, and simulation data.

Technical Leadership & Customer Engagement

• Act as a technical owner for key frontend initiatives, from concept through deployment.
• Partner closely with tier-1 semiconductor and system customers to deliver high-impact, production-ready solutions.
• Provide technical mentorship to senior and junior engineers across global development teams.
• Translate customer requirements into clear technical roadmaps and executable plans.

Required Qualifications

• MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 20+ years of experience in EDA tool development with strong emphasis on frontend debug/analysis.
• Deep understanding of RTL, netlist, simulation, and verification flows.
• Proven experience improving tool performance, scalability, and developer productivity.
• Strong software engineering skills (C/C++, data structures, performance profiling, large-codebase development).
• Experience working directly with customers on complex design and tool-flow challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Front end design debug platforms.
• Background in FPGA-based prototyping or emulation systems for SoC validation.
• Experience leading cross-site or multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Track record of delivering order-of-magnitude improvements in performance or productivity.
• Patents or publications related to EDA, debug, or design productivity.

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