Semiconductor, Electronic Design Automation (EDA), Software Development

Lead C++ Software Engineer

Burlington 01, MAOnsiteFull TimeLead$101,500–$188,500 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

C++
data structures
algorithms
databases
gdb debugging

Nice to have

Linux/Unix
version control systems
Verilog
SystemVerilog
VHDL
electronic design platforms

Role summary

Cadence is seeking a Lead C++ Software Engineer to join their Palladium Platform team. This role focuses on developing the world's fastest emulator compiler, involving complex challenges in logic optimization, partitioning, and routing. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in C++, data structures, algorithms, and databases, with experience in debugging and general software development. Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments, build/version control systems, and hardware description languages is also beneficial. This position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge emulation technology and solve challenging large-scale compile problems.

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

The Cadence Palladium Platform is world most scalable emulation system that verifies most of the latest design innovations in electronics worldwide. We are looking for a talented engineer to join our team and contribute to the world’s fastest emulator compiler development. You’ll have a great opportunity to make a difference by applying your creativity and problem-solving skills, learn and/or apply multi-threading/distributed computing to solve large scale compile problems such logic optimization, partitioning and routing

Strong understanding of software data structure and algorithms and proficiency in C/C++ are basic job requirements.

Requirements

MS. With 2 year experience or Ph.D in engineering, computer science or related field.
Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms and databases.
Demonstrated proficiency in C++, gdb debugging, and general software development skills
Familiarity with Linux/Unix development.
Exposure to build and version-control systems.
Coursework in Hardware Descript Language, such as Verilog, SystemVerilog, VHDL.
Exposure to electronic design platforms.

The annual salary range for Massachusetts is $101,500 to $188,500. 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.

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