Perform Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) analysis in both time and frequency domains to support customer design validation and sign-off
Apply SI/PI methodologies including IBIS, TDR, impedance control, transmission line theory, and Power Distribution Network (PDN) characterisation across IC package and PCB designs
Conduct IR drop and AC-level PDN optimisation to meet target impedance and power ripple requirements on customer use cases
Design and configure system-level, time-domain test benches incorporating IBIS-AMI models and interconnect structures for high-speed protocol sign-off (LPDDR5, UCIe, CEI-OIF, and others)
Collaborate with customers to analyse IC packages and PCBs using the latest interconnect technologies, including DDR5/LPDDR5 and PCIe 5
Drive technical campaigns and software evaluations with customers, delivering clear and compelling technical presentations to varied audiences
Train and onboard new customers on Sigrity SI/PI analysis workflows and Clarity 3D full-wave electromagnetic (EM) extraction
Partner with internal sales, product engineering, and R&D teams to develop and deliver tailored, customer-focused technical solutions
Build trusted relationships with customers across France, spending time on-site to understand and address their specific design challenges
Contribute to the global Application Engineering community by sharing technical insights and best practices with international colleagues

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
3–6 years of experience in Signal Integrity, Power Integrity, or a closely related electromagnetic design role
Solid background in EDA tools with applied knowledge of IC package and PCB design methodologies
Proficiency in SI/PI simulation workflows, including PDN analysis, high-speed protocol characterisation, and 2.5D/3D EM model extraction
Fluency in French and English (both written and spoken)
direct customer engagement in French is essential, with internal collaboration conducted in English
Valid work and residence permit in France.

Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization.
We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Regular local travel within France to visit customers on-site (~20–30% of working time).

Signal and Power Integrity Lead Application Engineer

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