Lead Software Engineer

Posted:
7/21/2026, 2:11:50 PM

Location(s):
Shanghai, China

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

Workplace Type:
On-site

Pay:
$123k–$320k/yr

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

The candidates should have two or more years of experiences in developing EDA software.

 Must be proficient in C, C++, TCL, and development in Linux/Unix.
 Knowledge on semiconductor device is strong plus.
 Experience with SPICE or SPICE-like circuit simulation is important.
 Knowledge of Verilog and VHDL is also highly desirable.
 Have a good understanding of library characterization, IP design, static timing analysis, power analysis, and signal integrity analysis flows.
 Minimum Education Required / Minimum Experience Required : MS, EE, CS, Math or Physics 2
 Preferred Education / Preferred Experience: Ph.D. , EE, CS, Math or Physics 3-5

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

Cadence Design Systems

Website: https://www.cadence.com/

Headquarter Location: San Jose, California, United States

Employee Count: 5001-10000

Year Founded: 1988

IPO Status: Public

Industries: Aerospace ⋅ Electronic Design Automation (EDA) ⋅ Hardware ⋅ Mobile ⋅ Semiconductor ⋅ Software

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