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

Cadence Design Systems•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. This team is developing Electronic Design Automation software focused on physical Package and PCB design. 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 world’s 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.

Requirements

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
Passionate to learn and explore new technologies and demonstrates good analysis and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Practical experience developing production-quality applications in Python is a plus
Experience in EDA tool development is a plus

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