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Lead Software Engineer (Computational Electromagnetics, Numerical Analysis, Field Solver)

3 days ago Shanghai, China

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

Cadence has a 30 year history of applying leading edge optimization and analysis algorithms to extremely complex problems in semiconductor and electronic design, verification, and analysis. With its Sigrity platform, Cadence is the leader in providing software for IC package physical design and for analyzing power integrity, signal integrity and design stage electromagnetic interference.

The Sigrity R&D team is looking for a talented software engineer who is ready to make a significant impact to the success of the Sigrity product line and to Cadence as a whole.

Requirements for our ideal candidate:
• MS/PhD in EE, CS, math, or related degree. MS with 2~5 years, PhD with 0~3 years
• Strong background on computational electromagnetics, circuit theory and C++
• Experience developing software, preferably in the EDA domain
• Knowledge of SI, PI, EMI and EMC
• Strong debugging and analytical skills to resolve complex software issues
• Explore artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to enhance the speed and capacity of solvers for handling complex, next-generation designs
• Enthusiastic, highly motivated, and able to work collaboratively

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Client-provided location(s): Shanghai, China
Job ID: Cadence-R51307
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-31T18:39:36

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Health Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion