Software Engineer (Numerical Analysis, C++, Optimization)

Job Title

Software Engineer (Numerical Analysis, C++, Optimization)

Role Summary

Design and implement algorithms and software features for automated IC package and PCB design within the Physical Package and PCB EDA team. The role focuses on developing, debugging, and integrating production-quality C/C++ code and algorithms into user-facing flows.

Work with product engineering and customer support to capture requirements and deliver automated design technologies that address complex computational problems.

Experience Level

Mid-level — suitable for engineers with prior software development experience (approximately 2+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent).

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Design and develop automated design flows for IC package and PCB design.
• Develop, debug, and analyze production-quality C/C++ software.
• Architect algorithms and integrate them with user interface features.
• Incorporate machine-learning elements into product features where appropriate.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering and Customer Support to gather and refine requirements.
• Produce detailed functional specifications for new features and enhancements.

Requirements

Technical must-haves and nice-to-haves:

• Must-have: Strong C/C++ development skills and solid object-oriented design experience.
• Strong knowledge of computer science fundamentals: data structures and algorithms.
• Experience with computational mathematics and numerical analysis methods.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills; ability to work in a team to deliver features.
• Nice-to-have: Production-quality Python experience; prior experience developing EDA tools.

Education Requirements

PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering; or MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering with approximately 2 years of relevant work experience; 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.