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Cadence Design Systems

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Will CDNS decide to be #1, #2 or #3 in EDA? - Program Manager Cadence Design Systems Employee Review

3.0
Dec 17, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Before current RIF (12/08) the R&D was exciting and cutting edge.

Cons

The company had very little committed direction and support for future (2-4 years out) development and support. There is no strategic vision to be an industry lead, they thrive at 2nd best.

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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
Jun 25, 2026
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Pros

WLB, friendly coworker, less stress, fun work, stock going up

Cons

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