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Software Engineer II

Cadence Design Systems
July 21, 2026
Full-time
On-site
San Jose, California, United States
$101,500 - $188,500 USD yearly
EDA Jobs, Level - Mid-Career

Job Title

Software Engineer II

Role Summary

Member of an R&D team developing the Liberate standard cell characterization tool suite. The role focuses on improving library characterization throughput, capacity, and usability through software and AI/ML techniques.

Experience Level

Mid-level (Software Engineer II). Specific years of experience not stated.

Responsibilities

Work on research and product development for library characterization and supporting infrastructure.

  • Design, implement, and maintain C++ applications and tools on Unix/Linux.
  • Research and develop AI/ML methods to accelerate and scale library characterization.
  • Build tools and infrastructure for characterization data mining and analysis.
  • Model library cell behavior for advanced node effects such as aging and variation.
  • Apply software engineering best practices, testing, and quality processes.

Requirements

Core technical skills and domain experience required or strongly preferred.

  • Must-have: Industry experience developing and maintaining C++ applications on Unix/Linux.
  • Must-have: Proficiency in data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles.
  • Must-have: Experience with quality assurance and software development processes.
  • Nice-to-have: Experience applying AI/ML techniques in EDA or related domains.

Education Requirements

Not specified.


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: 2026-07-18