Software Architect, Physical Verification

Cadence; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 178,500 - 331,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

401(k) plan with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan Options

Job summary

Cadence is seeking a talented Software Architect to join their R&D group in San Jose, California. The architect will focus on creating innovative software solutions for physical verification products in semiconductor design.

This role requires a Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering and over 10 years of experience, particularly in C and C++. The successful candidate will also enjoy a range of benefits, including competitive salary, bonuses, and stock options.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of work experience in software development.
• Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming languages.
• Solid problem-solving skills for technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software for physical verification.
• Maintain and document software solutions for reliability.
• Collaborate with global teams for project success.

Skills

C Programming

C++ Programming

Problem Solving

Technical Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

Position Overview

We are seeking a talented Software Architect to join our Research & Development ("R&D") group, focused on creating advanced software solutions for physical verification products at leading-edge semiconductor nodes. This role is essential to driving innovation in the development and validation of software used in the design and manufacturing of next-generation chips.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust software for physical verification of advanced semiconductor devices.
• Validate, maintain, and document software solutions to ensure reliability and accuracy.
• Solve complex mathematical and geometric challenges related to semiconductor verification.
• Collaborate with global team members to deliver high-quality results in a distributed environment.
• Contribute to technical discussions, code reviews, and process improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering & 10+ years work experience
• Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming languages.
• Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to tackle technical challenges.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaboration across teams.

Desired Skills

• Exceptional math background, including the ability to address complex mathematical and geometric problems.
• Expert in Physical Verification domain or Computational Geometry
• Experience in developing software for engineering or scientific applications.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt to project requirements.

Work Environment

You will be part of an innovative, geographically distributed team dedicated to advancing the capabilities of physical verification software for semiconductor technology. The work environment encourages collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous learning.

The annual salary range for California is $178,500 to $331,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. 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.

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