Software Engineer

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Responsibilities: Design and develop advanced automated design flows for IC Package and Printed Circuit Board design Apply excellent knowledge of object-oriented paradigm, data structures and algorithms, as well as good communication skills and a problem-solving mindset to deliver new breakthrough automated design technologies Develop, debug and analyze software in C/C++ Contribute to software system design to appropriately incorporate machine learning elements into product features Collaborate with Product Engineering and Customer Support to understand and capture requirements. Develop detailed functional specifications for new feature development and enhancements. Architect advanced ECAD flows, develop and integrate algorithms with user interface features The Team: At Cadence, we have a dedicated team of self-driven, self-motivated engineers. We hold true to our motto of One Cadence, One Team and have a core belief in integrity and accountability. This team is developing Electronic Design Automation software focused on physical Package and PCB design. Qualifications: PhD CE, CS, EE or MS CE, CS, EE or equivalent and 2 years work experience in a software development role Strong C/C++ development skills with a good understanding of object-oriented design Strong background of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms) and computational mathematics Practical experience developing production-quality applications in Python is a plus Passionate to learn and explore new technologies and demonstrates good analysis and problem-solving skills Experience in EDA tool development is a plus Job Location: Boston, Massachusetts The annual salary range for Massachusetts is $98,000 to $182,000. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more. Were doing work that matters. Help us solve what others cant. Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences. Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our shared passion for solving the worlds toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence. Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.