Senior CAD Semiconductor Engineer (EDA Flow )

Role summary

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The Senior CAD Semiconductor Engineer will develop, maintain and improve electronic design automation (EDA) flows supporting semiconductor design teams. Responsibilities may include managing tool environments, design kits, libraries, process design data, automation scripts and regression flows, while improving reliability, performance and usability. Candidates are expected to have a degree in electrical or electronics engineering, computer engineering or a related discipline, together with substantial experience in semiconductor CAD, ASIC or physical-design environments. Knowledge of Unix/Linux, shell or Python scripting, EDA tools, version control and semiconductor design methodologies is highly valuable. Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication and stakeholder-management skills are also expected, as the role involves collaboration with global engineering teams.

About the employer

Capgemini is a global technology services and consulting company headquartered in France. It helps organisations modernise their businesses through cloud computing, software engineering, data and artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, enterprise platforms and digital transformation. The company works across sectors including manufacturing, financial services, automotive, telecommunications, healthcare and public services. Capgemini combines consulting, engineering and managed services, supporting clients from strategy and system design through implementation and long-term operations. Its workforce is spread across many countries, with delivery and innovation centres in Asia, Europe and the Americas. In Malaysia, Capgemini provides technology and business services for international clients and offers opportunities in engineering, enterprise systems, infrastructure, analytics and consulting. Work commonly involves multicultural teams, structured delivery practices and collaboration with colleagues in different time zones.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers technology opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor and Cyberjaya, with semiconductor and electronics roles particularly strong in Penang and the northern industrial corridor. Kuala Lumpur provides the broadest professional network, international schools, transport links and urban conveniences, while Penang offers a relaxed island lifestyle, strong engineering communities, beaches and a well-established electronics sector. Langkawi is quieter and more tourism-focused, and Sabah and Sarawak provide distinctive nature, cultures and slower-paced living. Malaysian workplace culture is generally polite, relationship-oriented and multicultural, with English widely used in professional settings. Living costs are moderate compared with many major Asian cities, though central Kuala Lumpur and popular parts of Penang are more expensive. Foreign employees normally require an employer-sponsored Employment Pass; the company typically handles the application. Relocating workers should arrange certified documents, accommodation, healthcare coverage and a local bank account.