Sr. Software Engineering Manager (Framework/Graphics)

Cadence Design Systems; United States; Remote; USD 134,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence Design Systems is seeking a Development Lead to manage the Apex Framework & Graphics teams in China. You will provide technical and people leadership for application framework, UI infrastructure, visualization, and graphics capabilities that drive Apex product usability, extensibility, and performance.

You will partner with Framework, Graphics, Geometry, Meshing, and UX teams to deliver scalable infrastructure aligned with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in software/computer science/mechanical engineering or related engineering domains.
• 20+ years of experience in the software industry with leadership in Framework & Graphics.
• Strong background in C++, C#, .NET, Python, Windows, and Linux; UI/framework design experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute R&D initiatives in the Framework & Graphics domain.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to deliver multiple projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in Framework and Graphics domains.
• Drive process improvements and best practices.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team growth.
• Participate in weekly technical discussions and provide feasibility analysis or concerns

Skills

C++

C#

Python

UI framework design

APIs

Plugin architecture

2D/3D graphics visualization

Multithreading

Software architecture

Cross-platform development

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in software/computer science/mechanical engineering or related engineering domains

Tools

Avalonia

Gigasoft

SciChart

Job description

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

Position Summary We are seeking a highly motivated Development Lead to manage the Apex Framework & Graphics teams in China. This role will provide technical and people leadership for application framework, UI infrastructure, visualization, and graphics capabilities that are central to Apex product usability, extensibility, and performance. The successful candidate will partner closely with Framework, Graphics, Geometry, Meshing, Pre- and Post- processing teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and maintainable infrastructure aligned with business and product objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute R&D initiatives in the Framework & Graphics domain.
• Collaborate with various internal and external teams to deliver multiple projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in the Framework and Graphics domains.
• Drive process improvements and best practices.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team growth.
• Participate in weekly technical discussions and provide feasibility analysis or concerns

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors or Masters in software/computer science/mechanical engineering or related engineering domains

Experience

• 20+ years of experience in the Software Industry with experience in managing Framework & Graphics domains
• Proven leadership and demonstrated ability for team development
• Strong technical background with demonstrated experience in C++, C#, .NET, Python, Windows, and Linux.
• Strong C++/C#/Python and software architecture
• Proven experience with UI/application framework design, APIs, plug-in architecture
• 2D/3D graphics visualization experience
• Proven experience with performance profiling, memory management, and multithreading
• Experience with Cross-platform development and backward compatibility
• Experience with Automated testing, debugging, CI/CD, and code-quality practices
• Requirements translation and effort estimation
• Coordinating Framework, Graphics, Geometry, UX, QA, and product teams
• Managing technical debt, risks, dependencies, and release readiness
• Experience with using Avalonia, Gigasoft, or SciChart a big plus
• Practical experience using AI-assisted software development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar tools to improve coding productivity, code review efficiency, documentation, and engineering workflows.
• Practical experience using AI-assisted software development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar tools to improve coding productivity, code review efficiency, documentation, and engineering workflows.

Soft Skills

• Strong people leadership skills with the ability to mentor engineers, set expectations, provide feedback, and build a high-performing delivery-focused team.
• Excellent communication skills for working with engineering teams, product stakeholders, QA, program management, and senior leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make practical decisions under technical and schedule constraints.
• Ability to drive accountability, remove execution blockers, and maintain focus on predictable, high-quality delivery.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence across teams and build alignment around technical priorities and delivery commitments.

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