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Lead Software Engineer
Cadence
SAN JOSEPosted Jul 28, 2026 · 2d ago$115k – $213k
Full-time$115k – $213kLeadOn-site
About this role
Cadence is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their R&D team in San Jose. You will design, develop, and debug multi-threaded and distributed physical synthesis core engines for the Innovus Implementation System. This role involves collaborating with global teams and providing engineering solutions to customers.
What we are looking for
6- Design, develop, and debug software for physical synthesis
- Work on multi-threaded and distributed core engines
- Collaborate with global R&D and product teams
- Provide engineering solutions and workarounds to customers
- C/C++ software development in a Linux environment
- MS or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
Skills mentioned
2C++Linux
