Principal Software Engineer
Cadence Design SystemsJob Title
Principal Software Engineer
Role Summary
Develop topological engines and related features for the Pegasus physical verification platform used across DRC, LVS, LPE, PERC, SVL, and LFS. The role focuses on algorithm design, scalability, runtime, and memory efficiency for applications that process very large numbers of objects.
Work as part of the physical verification/platform engineering team to deliver high-performance, scalable solutions. We’re solving problems that require strong technical rigor.
Experience Level
Senior (Principal-level). No specific years of experience are stated.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include designing, implementing, and optimizing topological and verification engines.
- Innovate and develop new algorithms and techniques.
- Design and implement features to meet customer needs across verification flows.
- Optimize software for runtime, memory efficiency, and scalability.
- Analyze and debug complex software issues and customer problems.
Requirements
Core technical requirements and desirable skills.
- Strong programming skills in C++ and Python (required).
- Familiarity with Tcl is a plus.
- Experience with runtime and memory optimization.
- Experience with parallel programming or network programming is beneficial.
- Experience using AI tools to assist coding, debugging, and productivity is a plus.
- Proven ability to analyze and debug large-scale software systems.
Education Requirements
The posting emphasizes relevant technical backgrounds rather than specifying a required degree: a strong Computer Science background (computational geometry, graph algorithms, or related areas) is highly valuable; Electrical Engineering or EDA experience is noted as a plus. No specific degree, certification, or "equivalent experience" language is stated.
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.
