Principal Software Engineer

Posted:
4/15/2026, 3:46:19 PM

Location(s):
Hubli, Karnataka, India ⋅ Karnataka, India

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

Workplace Type:
On-site

Pay:
$189k–$256k/yr

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

EDUCATION (state minimum degree required and field) • BE/BTech/ME/MTech in Computer Science/IT/E&TC engineering WORK EXPERIENCE (state minimum number of years required and field) • 5+ years of experience in C/C++/Python programming with exposure to client server programming • Working knowledge of C# (Or Java), SQL. • Experience in working on Windows and Linux operating systems • Basic experience with web applications and related technologies like PHP, JavaScript. • Understanding of software components architecture (reusable software) • Experience with any one test frameworks e.g. GoogleTest, PyTest etc. • Release and build automation with Azure Git Pipelines KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (state minimum levels required and preferred) • Object-oriented language, Software Architecture, Build System, Debugging • Python scripting/Automation • Good aptitude, multi-tasking and passion to work in dynamic environment • Technocrats looking for impactful role in the organization • Good to have - software licensing systems experience using Flexlm • Willingness to understand and learn new domain/business DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (Describe the essential job functions. This is not a task list. It is an outline summary of the top six to eight areas of responsibility-List in order of time spent in them, from more to less) Responsibilities • Design and develop software in entitlement management (License usage and tracking) • Quick learner who can follow set coding standards in accordance with a development methodology and processes • Utilizes software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, build processes, and debuggers in the software development process defined by the organization (CI/CD) • Designs, Creates, and executes new set of test automation framework/functionality as part of a software project • Help transition existing customers/users to a new system without impacting the business and revenue • Willing to take technical ownership of the entire project • Proactive in maintaining highest quality of components used by multiple products.

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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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