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Software Engineer I: Jasper R&D

Cadence Design Systems
August 11, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Belo Horizonte, State of Minas Gerais, Brazil
EDA Jobs, Level - Entry or Early Career

Job Title

Software Engineer I: Jasper R&D

Role Summary

Join the Systems and Verification group working on Jasper, a formal verification tool. The role focuses on developing and validating new solutions for formal engines, HDL synthesis, and graph-based modeling.

Onsite in Belo Horizonte (CLT, 40 hours/week). Work with a small engineering team to deliver production-quality C++ code for verification tools.

Experience Level

Entry-level (Software Engineer I). Suitable for candidates with approximately 0–3 years of professional experience or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include product development, validation, and collaboration with the R&D team.

  • Design, implement, and validate new features and algorithms for Jasper (formal verification tool).
  • Develop and optimize graph modeling, formal engines, and HDL synthesis components.
  • Write clear, maintainable C++ code and unit/integration tests.
  • Collaborate with engineers to investigate and solve complex verification problems.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical design discussions.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and competencies.

  • Strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
  • Strong knowledge of graph algorithms and graph modeling.
  • Proficient in C++ programming and software development practices.
  • Good spoken and written English.

Nice-to-have (preferred) skills.

  • Familiarity with formal methods and formal verification techniques.
  • Experience with simulation tools or verification flows.
  • Experience in EDA or VLSI design workflows, and familiarity with Verilog or VHDL.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.


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: 2026-08-10