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Lead Software Engineer

Cadence Design Systems
September 10, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Zhubei, TW
EDA Jobs, Level - Senior

Job Title

Lead Software Engineer

Role Summary

Join the Cadence Palladium Platform team to develop the emulator compiler used for large-scale hardware verification. The role focuses on implementing high-performance compiler components, improving logic optimization and modeling, and applying multi-threading and distributed techniques to scale compile workflows.

Experience Level

Senior-level. Specific years of experience not specified.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include designing, implementing, and optimizing compiler components and collaborating with engineering teams to deliver scalable emulation tooling.

  • Design and implement compiler modules and data structures for the emulator.
  • Develop and optimize logic modeling and logic-optimization algorithms.
  • Apply multi-threading and distributed computing to scale compile and analysis workflows.
  • Write, review, and maintain high-quality C++ code; perform debugging with gdb and related tools.
  • Work with build and version-control systems to integrate components into the product build.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to diagnose and resolve large-scale compile problems.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and practical experience.

  • Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and databases.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in C++ and proficiency with debugging tools (gdb).
  • Familiarity with Linux/Unix development environments.
  • Experience with multi-threading and distributed computing for large-scale problems.
  • Exposure to build systems and version-control workflows.
  • Ability to analyze and optimize performance-critical code.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering. Coursework or familiarity with hardware description languages such as Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL was also listed.


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.

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Date Posted: 2026-09-10