Cadence

Principal Software Engineer

Burlington, MA

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Role family: Engineering
Seniority: Lead / management
Stated salary: $117,600 – $218,400 per year
Country: US
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 3 Oct 2026

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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.

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