Lead Software Engineer

Job Title

Lead Software Engineer

Role Summary

Lead development of Verification IP (VIP) and associated test environments for high-speed protocols. Work with engineering teams and customers to design, implement, verify, and deploy VIP and verification infrastructure.

Role focuses on functional verification, SV/UVM-based testbench development, protocol-level validation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure product correctness.

Experience Level

Senior. The posting specifies 3–5 years of domain experience as guidance.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities center on VIP design, verification, and delivery plus technical leadership within verification projects.

• Design, implement, verify, and deploy Verification IP (VIP).
• Create and maintain SV/UVM test environments and testbenches; perform root-cause debug of failures.
• Develop host/test-side components using C/C++ and scripting languages.
• Implement and validate layered protocol functionality for UCIe, PCIe, CXL, and Ethernet.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to gather requirements, reproduce issues, and deliver fixes.
• Provide technical guidance and drive verification best practices across the team.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and professional attributes.

• Strong functional verification skills and experience building SV/UVM-based test environments with solid debug capabilities.
• Proficient in C/C++ and scripting for test infrastructure and automation.
• Practical experience with layered protocols: UCIe, PCIe, CXL, and Ethernet.
• Strong digital electronics and programming fundamentals.
• Self-motivated with strong analytical thinking and clear communication skills for cross-team and customer interaction.
• Behavioral: adaptable in fast-paced environments, committed to continuous learning, collaborative, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Nice-to-have: prior VIP usage and development experience.

Education Requirements

BE / BTech / ME / MS / MTech in Electrical or Electronics engineering.

About the Company

Company: Cadence Design Systems

Headquarters: San Jose, California, USA

Cadence Design Systems is a global electronic design automation company that provides software, hardware, and intellectual property for designing advanced semiconductor chips. With over 25 years in the industry, Cadence is known for its innovative technology solutions and has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. The company is dedicated to solving complex technical challenges in order to enable customers to create revolutionary products and experiences.