Cadence Design Systems, Inc. is a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA), providing a comprehensive portfolio of software, hardware, and intellectual property (IP) that supports the full semiconductor and system design lifecycle. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company serves customers ranging from semiconductor manufacturers and system integrators to research institutions and government agencies.

Cadence’s technologies span digital and analogue design, mixed-signal verification, system-level modelling, and signoff, as well as specialised solutions for packaging, PCB layout, and photonics. Its platforms are used to develop a wide spectrum of products including AI accelerators, high-performance computing processors, automotive electronics, networking infrastructure, mobile devices, and IoT systems.

The company is known for its deep technical expertise and ability to address increasingly complex design challenges such as power optimisation, advanced process node migration, and multi-chip integration. Its Palladium and Protium hardware platforms are widely used for pre-silicon verification and emulation, while its Virtuoso, Allegro, and Innovus environments have become industry standards for design and implementation.

Cadence also offers targeted IP portfolios covering interface protocols, memory subsystems, and signal integrity, enabling customers to integrate proven building blocks into their designs. Through collaborations with leading semiconductor foundries, cloud providers, and technology partners, Cadence ensures that its tools are optimised for the latest manufacturing processes and computing architectures.

Operating in over 20 countries, Cadence invests heavily in research and development to support the rapid evolution of advanced process technologies and system architectures. Its solutions help engineers reduce design cycles, improve product performance, and bring innovations to market faster while maintaining stringent quality and reliability requirements.