Lead Software Engineer, ML/RL for robotics

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San Jose, CA, USA
In-Office
119K-221K Annually
Entry level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Hardware • Software • Semiconductor
The Role
Develop simulation technology for physical AI and robotics, integrating learning environments with engineering-grade simulators for dynamics, structures, fluids, and thermal applications. Build workflows combining simulation and AI-driven learning to accelerate robotics deployment. Preferred expertise includes machine learning, reinforcement learning, vision-language models, and vision-language-action models.
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At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

Help advance simulation technology for physical AI and robotics at Cadence. Cadence develops engineering-grade simulators for dynamics, structures, fluids, and thermal applications. In this role, you will connect learning environments with existing simulators to accelerate deployment for robotics applications, bringing engineering simulation and AI-driven learning together.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop simulation technology supporting physical AI and robotics applications.
  • Integrate learning environments with Cadence’s existing engineering-grade simulators.
  • Enable learning workflows that leverage simulation capabilities across dynamics, structures, fluids, and thermal applications.
  • Support the use of integrated learning and simulation environments to accelerate deployment for robotics applications.

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in computer science, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience and expertise in machine learning, reinforcement learning, and/or vision-language models (VLMs) or vision-language-action models (VLAs).
  • PhD in computer science, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.

The annual salary range for California is $119,000 to $221,000. 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.

Skills Required

  • Degree in computer science, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline
  • Experience and expertise in machine learning, reinforcement learning, and/or vision-language models or vision-language-action models
  • PhD in computer science, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline

Cadence Design Systems Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cadence Design Systems and has not been reviewed or approved by Cadence Design Systems.

  • Equity Value & Accessibility — A discounted ESPP with a lookback feature and equity included in total compensation make ownership broadly accessible and potentially meaningful. Structured compensation at an industry leader adds predictability to equity participation.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are described as solid, with mental‑health/EAP and fertility support enhancing the offering. The breadth across core care and family‑building needs strengthens the healthcare package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Global Recharge Days, volunteer time off, and companywide breaks indicate a comprehensive time‑off framework. In addition, many salaried roles are described as having flexible or generous PTO policies.

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The Company
HQ: San Jose, CA
8,216 Employees
Year Founded: 1988

What We Do

Cadence enables electronic systems and semiconductor companies to create the innovative end products that are transforming the way people live, work and play. Cadence® software, hardware and IP are used by customers to deliver products to market faster. The company's Intelligent System Design strategy helps customers develop differentiated products—from chips to boards to intelligent systems—in mobile, consumer, cloud, data center, automotive, aerospace, IoT, industrial and other market segments. Cadence is listed as one of Fortune Magazine's 100 Best Companies to Work For.

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