lead software engineer
Cadence Design Systems · Shanghai, China
senior
Software Engineer
ic
3+ yrs Master's
· Posted Apr 20, 2026
About this role
Cadence Design Systems is hiring a senior-level Software Engineer based in Shanghai, China. The posting calls out experience with C, Linux and roughly 3+ years of relevant work. Listed education preference: a master's degree or equivalent.
- Role
- Software Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- senior
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Shanghai, China
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Master's degree
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026
AI Summary
R&D engineer developing algorithms, prototypes, and software for the Quantus product group. Requires MS in CS/EE or equivalent with 3+ years experience, proficiency in C/C++ on Linux, and knowledge of compiler/debugger technologies. EDA/CAD or FPGA software experience preferred.
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Job description
from Cadence Design Systems careersAt Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
This job is for an R&D position within the Quantus product group. As an R&D engineer , the successful candidate will work on research, new algorithm development, prototyping, and software engineering.
Position Requirements:
- MS above in CS/EE or similar level of expertise with 3+ years of working experience.
- Candidate should be proficient with C/C++ programming on Linux platform.
- Knowledge on compiler and debugger technologies are highly preferred.
- EDA/CAD tool development experience or software experience for FPGA is preferable.
- Requires good communication skills, attention to details, and ability to work in multi-site/multi-person project.
- Good team player with strong written and verbal communication skills.