Cadence Design Systems is a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and computational software, with more than 30 years of expertise in enabling the design of chips, boards, and complete intelligent systems. The company employs over 10,000 people worldwide and serves customers across the semiconductor, hyperscale computing, automotive, aerospace, 5G communications, life sciences, robotics, and industrial sectors.
Its product portfolio spans software, hardware, and intellectual property (IP), combining to support the full arc of electronic design - from silicon to systems. Cadence's tools incorporate AI-driven capabilities and digital twin technology, positioning the company within the growing field of computational engineering as well as traditional EDA.
Customers include both semiconductor companies and larger systems companies looking to bring complex, interconnected products to market. The breadth of industry verticals served reflects the increasing role of electronic design in sectors well beyond consumer electronics, including autonomous vehicles, next-generation communications infrastructure, and medical technology.
In 2024, the Wall Street Journal recognised Cadence as one of the world's top 100 best-managed companies. The company is headquartered in the United States and operates globally.