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

Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality.

Cadence customers are the world’s most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health.

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

Job Title: Lead Software Engineer

Location: Edinburgh

Reports to: Software Engineering Group Director

Job Overview:

The Cadence Virtuoso platform powers all the latest design innovations in consumer, mobile and enterprise electronics worldwide. We are looking for talented software engineers to join our team and work on our flagship design entry, design analysis and layout tools – a key part of our Intelligent System Design strategy.

The position is open to candidates in the early stages of their careers, including new and recent graduates. Successful candidates will contribute to software design, implementation and test, to maintain our current software releases and provide future innovative enhancements, driven by our customers' need to adopt new and advanced technology.

Based at our Edinburgh office, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a highly experienced local team in a global R&D organisation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the Virtuoso C++ code base.
• Absorb requirements for new features and create design, function and test specifications.
• Work closely with team members to develop techniques to increase the capability, capacity, performance and stability of the software.
• Interface with our build and regression system to test code commits as part of our development process.
• Collaborate with a global cross-functional team providing product engineering, verification, documentation and programme management input.

Job Qualifications:

• BSc Hons (2:1), MSc or higher in computer science, engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms and databases.
• Demonstrated proficiency in modern C++, debugging, and general software development skills.
• Scripting language skills in one of: Lisp, Skill, Python, TCL.
• Interest in digital, analog or RF/Microwave circuit design.
• Experience with GUI frameworks, such as Qt, MFC (Windows).
• Familiarity with development on Linux/Unix or Windows.
• Exposure to build and version-control systems.
• Exposure to the Cadence Virtuoso environment or other electronic design platforms.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Have the ability to communicate and present effectively.
• Be able to work and integrate well in a team environment.
• Have a pro-active attitude to problem solving and optimization.

Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Travel: Minimum travel is expected

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Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences.

Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence.

Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.