Software Engineer (new college grad Dec 2026)

Cadence Design Systems; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase

Medical, dental, vision

OTE incentives

Job summary

Cadence Design Systems in California seeks a talented engineer to develop new technology for automatically closing simulation-based verification of RTL designs. You will build statistical models of big data, explore state-of-the-art regressions, optimization algorithms, machine-learning, and AI systems, and integrate them as production tools for global customers.

The role requires strong knowledge of combinatorial problems, optimization, data science, and computational complexity, with Python

Qualifications

• Knowledge of combinatorial problems, optimization algorithms, data sciences, and computational complexity.
• Experience in software engineering for high-computation algorithms is a plus.
• Proficiency in Python and C++.

Responsibilities

• Develop statistical models of big data, including state-of-the-art regressions and optimization.
• Integrate ML/AI systems as production technology for global customers.
• Contribute to automatic closure of simulation-based verification for RTL designs.

Skills

Python

C++

Optimization

Data science

Computational complexity

Education

MS in CE or equivalent

Job description

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

Job Description

This job is for developing a new technology for automatically closing simulation-based verification of semiconductor hardware designs written in RTL. A successfully hired employee will be responsible for developing statistical models of big data of state-of-the-art regressions, optimization algorithms, machine-learning and AI systems, and integrating them as a production technology for world-wide customers.

Skills

The candidate must have good knowledge of combinatorial problems, optimization algorithms, data sciences, and computational complexity. Experiences of software engineering for developing high computation algorithms are a plus. The candidate must be proficient in Python and C++.

New College grad with December 2026 grad date would be ideal. MS (or BS) in CE or equivalent.

The annual salary range for California 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.

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

We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.

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.