Lead Software Engineer

1 Month ago • 4 Years + • Software Development & Engineering

Job Summary

Job Description

Cadence is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to develop and maintain the C++ codebase for electronic design automation (EDA) tools. The role involves designing and implementing new features, collaborating with team members to improve software capabilities, and working within a global cross-functional team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in algorithm development, a relevant degree (PhD or Master's), and experience with C++ programming. The work involves complex algorithmic challenges in computational geometry and geometric manipulation, contributing to the next generation of EDA tools used in the design of silicon chips. Cadence aims to create user-friendly software that simplifies complex tasks for IC designers. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to the advancement of chip design.
Must have:
  • PhD or master’s degree with 4+ years experience.
  • Experience writing programs in C++ (C++14/17).
  • Algorithmic software development skills.
  • Exposure to Linux/Unix environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Good to have:
  • Experience with QT.
Perks:
  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday per year
  • Private Medical and Dental plans, Income Protection and Life Insurance
  • Group Personal Pension Plan
  • Cycle to work scheme and gym subsidy
  • 5 days paid time to volunteer
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job Details

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

Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality.

Cadence customers are the world’s most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health.

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

Job Title:                                                      Lead Software Engineer

Location:                                                      Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

Reports to:                                                 Senior Principal Software Engineer

Job Overview:

Have you ever looked at your smartphone and wondered how the silicon chips, that power it, were designed? Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software is some of the most advanced and algorithmically complex in existence. Cadence is building the next generation of EDA tools, these tools enable IC designers to layout the very latest silicon chips. Working with massive complexity and intricate design rules demanded by sub 20nm IC designs.

At Cadence Newcastle our aim is to build exceptionally smart software that is stupidly easy to use. Great software has no options! Creating software that “just” does the right thing with minimal guidance from the user is extremely technically and intellectually challenging, and we are looking for exceptional engineers to join us with this challenge.

Successful candidates will be deeply involved in the development and implementation of a new EDA technology with a strong focus on computational geometry, geometry manipulation and algorithmic complexity. We are looking for a software engineer with a top degree, evidence of achievement, and an exceptional talent for algorithm development. Although advantageous, EDA experience is not essential.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain the C++ code base
  • Absorb requirements for new features and create design, function and test specifications
  • Work closely with team members to develop techniques to increase the capability, capacity, performance and stability of the software
  • Interface with our build and regression system to test code commits as part of our development process
  • Collaborate with a global cross-functional team providing product engineering, verification, documentation and program management input

Job Qualifications:

  • PhD, or master’s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience.
  • History of mathematical study
    • Grade A/A* in A-level mathematics, physics
    • STEM degree, such as Maths, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science
  • Russell Group science degree
  • Experience writing programs in C++ (C++14/17) or other object-oriented programs.
  • Algorithmic software development skills
  • Exposure to Linux/Unix environment.
  • Experience with QT, a big plus
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Check what we can offer you:

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday per year
  • Private Medical and Dental plans, Income Protection and Life Insurance
  • Group Personal Pension Plan
  • Cycle to work scheme and gym subsidy
  • 5 days paid time to volunteer to give back to our communities
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • The opportunity to work for a Great Place to Work© & Fortune 100 organisation

Additional Information:

Cadence regularly achieves a high ranking in the Great Place to Work awards both in the UK and Worldwide, most recently having been #9 Worldwide in 2023 and 2024.

Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Be proud and passionate about the work you do. Together, our “One Cadence -- One Team” culture drives our success.

We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.

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About The Company

Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences. Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence.

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