Software Engineer for SPICE (AI)
Cadence Design Systems · Beijing, China
mid
Software Engineer
ic
2+ yrs Master's
· Posted Apr 20, 2026
About this role
Cadence Design Systems is hiring a mid-level Software Engineer based in Beijing, China. The posting calls out experience with Python, C++, LLMs, Deep Learning and roughly 2+ years of relevant work. Listed education preference: a master's degree or equivalent.
- Role
- Software Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Beijing, China
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Master's degree
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026
AI Summary
Lead AI/LLM integration into Cadence's EDA tools, architecting intelligent systems for circuit simulation and engineering automation. Requires strong AI/ML expertise, Python and C++, with circuit simulation or SPICE experience preferred. Mentor junior engineers and drive technical strategy.
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Job description
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Job Description
This position leads the design and development of AI‑driven capabilities, with a focus on large language models (LLMs) and their integration into Cadence’s EDA ecosystem. The engineer will architect intelligent systems that enhance productivity, automate engineering tasks, and augment circuit simulation workflows. Experience with circuit simulation or SPICE‑related technologies is highly desirable. The role also includes guiding technical direction, mentoring junior engineers, and driving innovation across teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of AI/LLM‑based features and frameworks for EDA applications
- Architect scalable systems for model training, inference, and integration with existing tools
- Collaborate with simulation and analysis teams to incorporate AI into circuit design workflows
- Explore opportunities to enhance SPICE and related simulation technologies using AI
- Drive technical strategy, code quality, and best practices across the team
- Develop automation tools and scripts to improve internal R&D efficiency
Requirements
- Strong expertise in AI/ML, especially large language models, deep learning frameworks, and model deployment
- Proficiency in Python and C++
- Experience with Linux/Unix development environments
- Background in circuit simulation, SPICE, or EDA tools is a strong plus
- MS with 2+ years of experience or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fieldsThis is an excerpt. Read the full job description on Cadence Design Systems careers →