Senior Software Engineer, EDA Optimization for ASIC/FPGA

Siemens AG; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 129,600 - 233,300; Full time

Job summary

Siemens AG is seeking a seasoned software engineer to design and develop high-performance optimization tools for the EDA domain. The role emphasizes scalable software design, integration with data and platform teams, and collaboration with QA and documentation teams.

The candidate will bring deep ASIC/FPGA tooling experience, strong C/C++ and Python skills, and a proven ability to operate in hybrid work settings while traveling domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• MS in EE, CE, CS or related areas.
• 10+ years of experience focused on design, development, and deployment of design optimization algorithms in EDA industry, research, or technological contexts.
• In-depth practical and theoretical expertise in ASIC and FPGA tools.
• Good understanding of Software Engineering principles and practices, and proficiency in setting up and maintaining processes.
• Proficiency with C/C++ and Python.
• Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration tools.
• Competitive personality driven to win, ethically, in competitive business situations
• Good communication and inter-personal skills
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Work can be on site or in hybrid mode.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust and scalable software tools.
• Develop high-performance optimization software solutions.
• Create algorithms and processes to improve the quality of results of our products, ensuring cohesive and efficient data analysis across all platforms.
• Collaborate closely with data, platform, and other engineers to ensure seamless, end-to-end integration of new tools into the broader compilation flow.
• Work closely with a small team to solve problems, review specs, and find good general solutions that improve the overall product.
• Work with QA and Docs to help them create tests and documentation that will improve our solutions.

Skills

C/C++

Python

ASIC tools

FPGA tools

Software engineering

Communication

Travel

Education

MS in EE/CE/CS

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Siemens AG is seeking a seasoned software engineer to design and develop high-performance optimization tools for the EDA domain. The role emphasizes scalable software design, integration with data and platform teams, and collaboration with QA and documentation teams.

The candidate will bring deep ASIC/FPGA tooling experience, strong C/C++ and Python skills, and a proven ability to operate in hybrid work settings while traveling domestically and internationally.