At Kandou , we are redefining the economics of AI infrastructure. Our mission is to democratise AI by significantly reducing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of hardware systems — a critical barrier to scalable adoption. Our proprietary MIMO-over-copper technology powers a high-performance, chiplet-based AI memory fabric that is both scalable and energy-efficient . Unlike traditional interconnects, our solution reduces power consumption significantly while preserving high bandwidth and ultra-low latency — unlocking unprecedented efficiency for AI training and inference at scale. Kandou’s architecture is not just an incremental improvement — it’s a foundational shift in how AI hardware is built for the future. We are actively seeking an EDA/CAD Engineer, based either in UK (Cambridge or Reading), Switzerland (St-Sulpice), or India (Hyderabad or Bangalore) Department: RnD Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain an integrated analog/digital EDA environment, including installation, configuration, and support of tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys platforms, and Siemens Calibre/AFS. Flow development troubleshoot tool issues; optimize design methodologies for performance and quality. Vendor management: serve as the primary technical contact with EDA vendors to resolve complex issues, drive bug fixes, and evaluate new versions/features. PDK installation ability to develop simple GUIs; Make-based build automation. Solid understanding of the full chip-design lifecycle and digital, analog, and mixed-signal IC design flows. Strong communication and interpersonal skills; collaborates effectively with engineering teams and vendors. Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment. Proficient in EDA/CAD flow development while balancing stakeholder needs (quality, schedule, and compute efficiency). Ability to quickly learn, understand, maintain, and enhance complex software design tools. Experience Bachelor or Master of Science Degree, in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science. 10+ years in an EDA/CAD engineering supporting both analog and digital IC design teams. Proven experience at advanced technology nodes and associated PDKs. Practical knowledge of industry-standard methodologies, tool licensing, revision control, and release management. Hands-on expertise with key tools across: Analog/RF (Cadence Virtuoso Schematic/Layout, ADE, Spectre/APS/AFS), Physical Verification (Siemens Calibre; Cadence Pegasus), Parasitic Extraction (Cadence Quantus), and Digital Implementation (Synopsys Design Compiler Cadence Innovus). Proven experience at advanced technology nodes and associated PDKs. Practical knowledge of industry-standard methodologies, tool licensing, revision control, and release management. Deep data management experience (Git, Cliosoft) enabling consistent, flexible multi‑project/multi‑discipline flow setup and database tagging. If this is the role you have been looking for and want to be part of a growing company with an exciting future, we would really love to hear from you. Together We Kandou It! Visit us at www.kandou.ai and https://www.linkedin.com/company/kandou-ai/
EDA/CAD Engineer employer: Kandou AI
At Kandou, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters innovation and collaboration in the rapidly evolving field of AI infrastructure. Our dynamic work culture encourages creativity and offers ample opportunities for professional growth, while our commitment to reducing the Total Cost of Ownership for hardware systems positions us at the forefront of technological advancement. Located in the EU/CH/UK, we provide a supportive environment where employees can thrive and contribute to groundbreaking solutions that democratise AI.
