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Sr. Principal EDA Software Engineer (C++, Characterization)

Cadence is a global electronic design automation company providing software, hardware, and IP to design advanced semiconductor chips.
$154,000 - $286,000
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Job Description

Cadence, a leading global electronic design automation company, is seeking a Sr. Principal EDA Software Engineer to join their innovative R&D team. This role focuses on developing cutting-edge technologies for static and dynamic transistor level analysis of advanced custom digital and mixed-signal circuits for communication, IOT, and AI markets.

The position requires extensive expertise in C++ development and EDA tools, with a focus on transistor level timing, power, noise, and reliability analysis. You'll be working on enhancing existing tools' architecture, creating new frameworks for advanced analysis, and implementing machine learning solutions to improve performance and usability.

As a Sr. Principal Engineer, you'll be part of a company that plays a critical role in creating technologies that modern life depends on. Cadence has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For, offering competitive compensation ($154,000-$286,000) and comprehensive benefits including 401(k) with employer match, equity, and medical coverage.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of relevant experience, strong C++ programming skills, and deep understanding of software engineering principles. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging technical problems while contributing to the development of next-generation semiconductor technologies. Join a team of leaders and innovators who are passionate about solving the world's toughest technical challenges and pushing the limits of the industry.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Principal EDA Software Engineer (C++, Characterization)

  • Enhancing and expanding existing tools' architecture to cover timing analysis
  • Creating new frameworks for analysis of effects dominant at n5 and below
  • Using machine learning technology to improve speed/capacity/usability
  • Development of transistor level timing, power, noise, aging, reliability analysis

Requirements For Sr. Principal EDA Software Engineer (C++, Characterization)

Linux
  • 8+ years of experience in development of EDA tools
  • Hardcore C++ Knowledge – Linux
  • Proficiency designing data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles
  • Industry experience developing and maintaining C++ based applications on Unix/Linux
  • Experience with quality and software processes
  • Proficiency in analyzing transistor or gate level schematics
  • BS in CS/EE/CE

Benefits For Sr. Principal EDA Software Engineer (C++, Characterization)

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Paid vacation and paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Medical, dental and vision plans
  • Bonus
  • Equity

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