Lead C++ Software Engineer

Cadence Design Systems; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with employer match

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental and vision plans

Job summary

Cadence Design Systems in Burlington, MA, seeks a Lead C++ Software Engineer to contribute to the Palladium Platform, the world’s fastest emulator compiler. You will use C++ and strong data structures/algorithms to tackle large-scale compile problems on Linux/Unix, with build and version-control systems. MS with 2 years experience or PhD accepted; salary range $101,500–$188,500; benefits and bonuses offered.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Proficiency in C++ and gdb debugging.
• Experience with Linux/Unix development and build/version-control systems.
• Coursework in HDL (Verilog/SystemVerilog/VHDL) and exposure to electronic design platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize the Palladium Platform compiler for large-scale designs.
• Apply multi-threading and distributed computing to improve compilation performance.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to verify design implementations.
• Maintain code quality and participate in code reviews and testing.

Skills

C++

Data structures

Algorithms

GDB debugging

Linux/Unix development

Build/version-control systems

HDL coursework

Education

MS with 2 years experience

PhD in engineering/CS

Tools

Git

Make

CMake

Linux toolchain

Job description

## Lead C++ Software EngineerApply: Burlington, MA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R56267## **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 scheduling.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.*