Software Engineer (New College Graduate)

Electronic Design Automation (EDA), in combination with advances in semiconductor technology, holds the power consumption of electronics within acceptable levels while enabling significant performance increases. Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design and applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware, and IP that turn design concepts into reality. Our customers, the world’s most innovative companies delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems, use Cadence technology to design sustainable innovation that optimizes power, space, and energy needs of end products for the most dynamic market applications, including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, mobile, aerospace, industrial, and healthcare.

We are looking for talented software engineers to join our team and contribute to the continued growth and success of Virtuoso, one of Cadence’s most successful products. This job requires proficiency in C++ or another object-oriented language, such as Python or Java. Solid understanding of data structures, databases, algorithms and design patterns is important. In this position, you’ll have an excellent opportunity to improve our automatic analog design flow by applying your existing and new skills.

Your work will have a significant impact on the future of smart technology. You’ll be contributing to the foundation on which our customers are building today’s artificial intelligence innovations, smart devices and self-driving cars. You are not a number at Cadence — we encourage your innovative experience, independence and freedom to use your skills to make a difference.

Basic Requirements:

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in engineering, computer science or related field.
• Proficiency in C++, with good knowledge of the language specification and debugging.

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with Python.
• Knowledge of the standard library, STL containers and algorithms.
• Experience with GUI frameworks, such as Qt.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix development.
• Exposure to the Cadence Virtuoso environment or other electronic design platforms.
• Interest in analog design and integrated circuits.