Sr Principal Software Engineer

Cadence Design Systems • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Cadence is seeking a Software Engineer to develop AI models for electrothermal, electromagnetic, and structural simulations. The role combines deep-learning research with practical product integration to improve simulation accuracy and performance in complex physics scenarios. The engineer will monitor emerging AI technologies and research directions, lead research into the generalization and interpretability of large models, and integrate relevant advances into products.

Requirements

• Strong intellectual curiosity in artificial intelligence and up-to-date knowledge of advances in deep learning, including large language models and generative models.
• Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Familiarity with autoencoders, Transformers, Fourier neural operators, and diffusion models.
• Excellent programming skills in Python and C/C++.
• MS or PhD in a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in semiconductor chip design or 3D-IC technologies.
• Publications in leading AI, computational science, or engineering conferences and journals.

Responsibilities

• Develop AI models for electrothermal, electromagnetic, and structural simulations.
• Monitor emerging AI technologies and research directions.
• Lead research on the generalization and interpretability of large models in complex physics scenarios.
• Integrate advances into products to improve simulation accuracy and performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior