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Senior Principal Software Engineer

Cadence Design Systems

$140,000 - $260,000
Oct 16, 2025
Burlington, MA, US
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Cadence is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer to join the Xcelium Compiler Team to implement advanced compiler algorithms, rearchitect for efficiency, and collaborate on strategic initiatives to shape the future of simulation technologies.

Requirements

  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming
  • Strong software engineering and problem solving skills
  • Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and databases
  • Understanding of compilers, parsing and code generation, static elaboration, event driven or parallel simulation

Responsibilities

  • Develop Software solutions that are efficient in time and memory complexity
  • Analyze and improve existing algorithms
  • Collaborate with Senior architects on next generation architectural projects
  • Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and performance benchmarking
  • Document solutions with functional and design specifications
  • Write tests to rigorously test the developed code

Other

  • BS with a minimum of 10 years of experience OR MS with a minimum of 7 years of experience OR PhD with a minimum of 5 years of experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven problem-solving skills and creativity in tackling complex technical challenges
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment