Design Engineer II

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Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality.

Cadence customers are the world's most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health.

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
Job Title:
Design Engineer II

Location:
Oujda (Morocco)

Reports to:
Sr Design Engineering Manager

Job Overview
As a System Verification Engineer, you ensure the quality and reliability of products by defining and executing effective verification strategies. You will design and run system-level tests, develop internal tools, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement throughout the verification process.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to the preparation, review, and delivery of mixed Hardware / Software products (iSE, CryptoSolution, Cryptographic IPs, )
• Analyse coverage metrics, identify verification and quality gaps, report non-conformities, and track corrective actions through ticketing system
• Write system test plans aligned with product requirements
• Develop, execute, and document system test cases (FPGA boards and simulation testbenches) to maximize functional coverage and code coverage
• Build and maintain internal tools related to system verification (including CI/CD pipelines, traceability tools, packaging script, verification scripts and frameworks, ...)
• Participate in technical reviews and project meetings with Hardware, Software, Project Management, and Integration teams to ensure alignment and technical coherence
• Participate in customer support activities through ticketing system and meetings
• Produce and maintain internal documentation, including knowledge-sharing content, presentations, and wiki pages
• Report progress through JIRA, timesheets, and weekly activity updates
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing verification methods, packaging workflows, and product delivery processes

Job Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree (Master 2 or equivalent) in Computer Science, Electronics, or Microelectronics.
• Experience: 2–5 years of relevant professional experience in embedded systems, verification, or related technical fields.
• Languages: Proficiency in English and French, both written and spoken.
• C programming skills (including Makefiles compilation and unit testing)
• Embedded C development on microcontroller and/or SoC FPGA targets (cross-compilation, bare-metal or embedded OS, debugging)
• Proficiency in Python and Shell scripting
• Comfortable working in Linux environments (CLI terminal, shell, bash)
• Hands-on experience with embedded software/firmware testing and validation
• Practical experience with Git or other version control systems
• Understanding of RTL design principles

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Experience with RTL design (VHDL/Verilog), IP development, and testbench creation is a plus
• Familiarity with FPGA tools and workflows (Vivado, Quartus, synthesis, simulation) is a plus
• Practical experience with simulation tools (VCS, ModelSim, Xcelium) is a plus
• Reliability – Able to consistently deliver quality work and meet deadlines
• Adaptability – Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and adjusting to evolving priorities
• Commitment – Strong sense of ownership and dedication to project success
• Communication – Clear and effective in both written and verbal exchanges, including cross-functional collaboration

Additional Information

• The candidate will join a team of several people based in the Oujda, Morocco office and will interact regularly with other team members, including their manager located in France

Check What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary
• Meal allowance included in the payroll
• 20 days holiday per year
• 5 days paid time to volunteer to give back to our communities

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.

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