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Software Engineer II

Cadence Design Systems
June 17, 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

Join the Innovus R&D team to develop next-generation physical design technologies for Cadence's digital implementation platform. The role focuses on implementing and optimizing placement, routing, and optimization algorithms used in advanced semiconductor design flows.

Experience Level

Mid-level (Software Engineer II). No explicit years-of-experience requirement is stated in the posting.

Responsibilities

The role requires designing and delivering high-performance software components for digital physical design; typical tasks include algorithm design, implementation, and performance optimization.

  • Design, implement, and optimize algorithms for physical synthesis, placement, and routing engines.
  • Develop high-performance, scalable C/C++ software on Linux/UNIX platforms.
  • Contribute to timing, power, and optimization components of the Innovus flow.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and deliver solutions.
  • Analyze performance bottlenecks and improve runtime, scalability, and PPA (performance, power, area).
  • Debug, troubleshoot, and enhance existing features within the Innovus platform.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and abilities required to perform the role.

  • Strong foundation in algorithms, data structures, and problem solving.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and software development on UNIX/Linux systems.
  • Strong analytical and debugging skills.
  • Experience developing high-performance, scalable software.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Education Requirements

MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is specified in the posting.


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: 2026-06-17