Software Engineer I at Cadence in San Jose, CA

Summary: Cadence is a technology company seeking engineers with strong algorithmic foundations. The role involves designing and innovating timing and graph algorithms for the core Static Timing Analysis engine, focusing on scalable C/C++ solutions and performance optimization. Responsibilities: - Designing, tuning, and innovating timing and graph algorithms operating on multi‑billion‑node timing graphs - Leveraging GPU acceleration for performance‑critical workloads - Incorporating device variation and statistical modeling into the timing engine Required Qualifications: - Strong background in algorithms, data structures, and graph theory - Proficiency in C/C++ and performance‑oriented system design - Interest or experience in distributed systems, parallel computing, or GPU acceleration - Strong communication and teamwork skills Preferred Qualifications: - Experience or strong interest in statistical timing, variation modeling, or large‑scale numerical algorithms - Exposure to STA, EDA, or digital design concepts is a plus Required Skills: Algorithms, C/C++, Graph Theory Important Skills: Distributed Systems, Parallel Computing, GPU Acceleration Nice-to-Have Skills: Statistical Timing, Variation Modeling, Large-Scale Numerical Algorithms, STA, EDA, Digital Design Concepts, Teamwork Skills Benefits: 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