Full-Stack Software Engineer - IDE, Web APIs, Infrastructure

Cadence Design Systems; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence Design Systems in California is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain Processor Generator UI systems and supporting infrastructure across Eclipse, Web, VS Code, and Thea platforms.

You will analyze user needs, design UI components, backend services, and automated tests, while collaborating with hardware and architecture teams to deliver new tooling and integrate Agentic AI workflows into products.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science or related field with 5+ years of experience, or a Bachelor’s with 7+ years.
• Proficient in Java, JavaScript, TypeScript and Python.
• Experience building applications inside IDE frameworks (Eclipse, VS Code or Thea).
• Experience with React, REST, SQL/NoSQL databases and web/IDE testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Eclipse-based IDE components for processor designers.
• Create Web REST API servlets and web applications connecting to systems and databases.
• Analyze user needs and confirm feasibility within time and cost constraints.
• Improve existing software, adapt to new hardware, and upgrade interfaces.
• Evolve SQL and other databases to support future functionality.
• Engineer tests and integrate features into releases; support test phases.
• Integrate Agentic AI workflows into product features.
• Collaborate with hardware, architecture, IDE and support teams.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

TypeScript

Python

React

SQL

NoSQL

REST APIs

IDE tooling

Scripting

Education

Master's degree in CS or related field

Bachelor's degree in CS

Tools

Eclipse

VS Code

Thea

Job description

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. The Tensilica Products Group of Cadence is a leading provider of processor IP for audio, vision, and AI applications in embedded platforms. We are looking for a skilled, creative Software Engineer to help design, build, and maintain our Processor Generator user interface systems and supporting infrastructure. User interface systems include Eclipse based products, Web applications and VS Code and Thea based systems. In this role, you will work across the full product life cycle - analyzing user needs; designing and developing UI components, backend systems, database interfaces, and web applications; and automated testing. You will also help shape the next generation of our tooling by integrating Agentic AI methodologies into our products. This is a great opportunity for a versatile engineer who enjoys working close to processor and architecture teams while building tools that developers rely on every day.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Components of an Eclipse-based IDE product that provides sophisticated functionality for processor designers
• Web REST API servlets that support remote product functionality connecting to systems and databases
• Web applications supporting both customers and internal infrastructure
• Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine the feasibility of designs within time and cost constraints
• Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt it to new hardware, upgrade interfaces, and improve performance
• Evolve SQL and other databases to support future functionality
• Engineer tests and integrate features into new releases; support application teams during test phases
• Incorporate Agentic AI workflows into product features and design
• Collaborate with hardware, architecture, IDE and support teams to enable and deliver new features

Requirements

• Master’s degree in computer science or a related field + 5 years of related experience, or Bachelor’s degree + 7 years of related experience
• Strong programming skills in Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python
• Strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and ability to take initiative
• Experience building applications inside an IDE framework (Eclipse, VS Code or Thea)
• Experience building React web applications that interact with SQL databases based on REST services
• Experience working developing SQL and NoSQL databases
• Experience designing / building test systems for web and IDE based applications
• Fluency working with and scripting tasks on Windows and Linux systems
• Foundational understanding of computer architecture
• Nice to Have Experience developing AI agents and Agentic AI workflows

The annual salary range for California is $136,500 to $253,500. 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.

Benefits

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity throughout all levels of the organization.

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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.