senior Software Engineer ic · Posted Apr 27, 2026
$114,800 – $213,200
USD per year

About this role

Cadence Design Systems is hiring a senior-level Software Engineer based in San Jose, CA. The posting calls out experience with Data Structures, Testing, Design Systems. Compensation is listed at $114,800–$213,200 per year.

Role
Software Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
San Jose, CA
Posted
Apr 27, 2026

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Job description

from Cadence Design Systems careers

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

​Cadence Design Systems is looking for a highly motivated Software Engineer to work with the Protium Compiler team. You will be part of a team responsible for designing, developing, troubleshooting, debugging and supporting the rapid FPGA prototyping compiler software. Development responsibilities will include: code optimization and development, data-model enhancements, static timing and instrumentation implementation.

As a Software Engineer you will help in design, implementation and testing of compiler software for the platform in future. In addition you will be responsible to address customer issues in current systems.

  • BS with a minimum of 4 years of experience OR MS with a minimum of 2 years of experience OR new PhD Graduate
  • Should be versatile in C++, data structure, algorithms
  • Experience of static timing analysis is a plus
  • Electronics circuit design experience is a plus but optional
  • Experience with AI-assisted programming and testing tools is a plus
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