Job Title: Lead Software Engineer
Grade: T3
Experience: 5-7 Years
Location: Noida
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.
The Cadence Advantage
The opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in an environment that encourages you to be creative, innovative, and to make an impact.
Cadence’s employee-friendly policies focus on the physical and mental well-being of employees, career development, providing opportunities for learning, and celebrating success in recognition of specific needs of the employees.
The unique “One Cadence – One Team” culture promotes collaboration within and across teams to ensure customer success
Multiple avenues of learning and development available for employees to explore as per their specific requirement and interests
You get to work with a diverse team of passionate, dedicated, and talented individuals who go above and beyond for our customers, our communities, and each other—every day.
Job Summary & Technical Skills required:
We are seeking a highly motivated software engineer to be a part of the Quantus Extraction Solution Product Development Group. The role involves designing, development, profiling, optimizing,
and supporting application software for Layout Versus Schematic (LVS), Advanced FILL, and Programmable Electrical Rule Checking (PERC). The job responsibilities include
development of data analysis and debugging tools for performance analysis, research and development of data driven optimizations of geometric and topological operations for physical verification applications,
troubleshooting and debugging physical verification software on large complex databases, collaborative development and testing of advanced functionality with multiple geographically distributed teams.
The role requires a strong programming (C++ and/or python) and software engineering skills, analytical and problem solving skills, an ability and interest to learn and adapt to changing requirements and technologies,
and in possession of strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as a collaborative and growth mindset.
Minimum Background Requirements:
Knowledge of algorithms and Software Engineering Skills. Good to have C++/python
Experience with UNIX and/or LINUX platforms
Desired Background:
Experience in software development, preferably in EDA.
Experience in Parasitic extraction
Strong understanding of advanced semiconductor process technologies.
Experience and Technical Skills required:
Educational Qualification:
Master/Bachelor’s degree in Computer/Electronics Engineering with Microelectronics/VLSI Design or related discipline from an accredited institution or equivalent
We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Microelectronics, VLSI Design, or a related discipline
- Knowledge of algorithms and software engineering principles
- Experience with UNIX and/or Linux platforms
- Strong programming skills in C++ and/or Python
- Software development experience
- Electronic Design Automation experience
- Parasitic extraction experience
- Strong understanding of advanced semiconductor process technologies
- Analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Cadence Design Systems Insights
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.
