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Principal Software Engineer

Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

Burlington, MARTL / HDLCompilersPosted Sep 21, 2026
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  • SystemVerilog
  • C
  • C++
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Job 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 Required Qualifications • BS with a minimum of 8 years of experience OR MS with a minimum of 5 years of experience OR PhD with a minimum of 3 years of experience • 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 • 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. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with large-scale software systems and performance tuning • Knowledge of simulation engines and EDA tools • Knowledge of SystemVerilog Hardware Description Language The annual salary range for Massachusetts is $117,600 to $218,400. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more. We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.

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RISC-V ecosystem

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. in the RISC-V ecosystem

RISC-V International: Strategic

Cadence is a leading provider of EDA and semiconductor IP.

  • EDA vendor active in RISC-V: supported NSITEXE (with Imperas) in developing RISC-V vector processor IP for automotive AI
  • Publishes RISC-V ecosystem commentary ("The State of the RISC-V Union", Paul McLellan) and RISC-V verification/emulation flows

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