Senior Meshing Developer

Cadence is seeking a Senior Meshing Developer to design, develop, and optimize advanced meshing algorithms for CAD and simulation workflows. The role involves implementing Delaunay-based mesh generation, adaptation, coarsening, and refinement techniques, as well as enhancing surface meshing algorithms with a focus on robustness. The developer will collaborate with geometry and solver teams, contribute to software architecture, and provide technical leadership, requiring strong C++ and computational geometry expertise.

Must Have

• Design, develop, and optimize advanced meshing algorithms for CAD and simulation workflows
• Implement and maintain Delaunay-based mesh generation and adaptation techniques
• Develop efficient methods for mesh coarsening and refinement (e.g., bisection methods)
• Enhance and support surface meshing algorithms, with emphasis on mesh cleaning and robustness
• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Computational Engineering, or a related field with 7+ years of experience, OR Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience
• Proven expertise in Delaunay mesh generation and mesh adaptation techniques
• Strong experience in mesh coarsening and refinement by bisection methods
• Proficiency in surface meshing, geometry processing, and mesh cleaning techniques
• Deep knowledge of C++ (modern standards) and advanced data structures
• Solid understanding of numerical methods and computational geometry

Good to Have

• Familiarity with geometric modeling kernels (ACIS preferred)

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize advanced meshing algorithms for CAD and simulation workflows.
• Implement and maintain Delaunay-based mesh generation and adaptation techniques.
• Develop efficient methods for mesh coarsening and refinement (e.g., bisection methods).
• Enhance and support surface meshing algorithms, with emphasis on mesh cleaning and robustness.
• Collaborate with geometry and solver teams to ensure seamless integration of meshing technologies.
• Contribute to software architecture, performance optimization, and scalability of meshing workflows.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical leadership in meshing technology.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Computational Engineering, or a related field with 7+ years of experience, OR Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience.
• Proven expertise in Delaunay mesh generation and mesh adaptation techniques.
• Strong experience in mesh coarsening and refinement by bisection methods.
• Proficiency in surface meshing, geometry processing, and mesh cleaning techniques.
• Deep knowledge of C++ (modern standards) and advanced data structures.
• Solid understanding of numerical methods and computational geometry.
• Familiarity with geometric modeling kernels (ACIS preferred) is a strong plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.