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Lead Software Engineer

Cadence Design Systems
Cary, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

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

You will work in a team of physical verification experts and will contribute to performance improvements and scalability of an industry-leading software product. You will learn the details of a large project development process in a dynamic corporate environment. Position Requirements :

  • BS or MS degree in CS / EE / Physics or an equivalent with 5 years of work experience
  • Quick learning and good communication abilities
  • Ability to work on a project and do research independently
  • Excellent programming skills and practical C experience
  • Knowledge of graph algorithms
  • Python familiarity and EDA domain knowledge are a plus

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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 committed to creating a diverse environment and 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.

Cadence is committed to creating a diverse environment and 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.

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