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Sr Principal Software Engineer

Today• Austin, TX

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

We are seeking a Software Engineer to develop AI models for electrothermal, electromagnetic, and structural simulations. This role combines research in deep learning with practical product integration to improve simulation accuracy and performance in complex physics scenarios.

  • Key Responsibilities

    • Develop AI models for electrothermal, electromagnetic, and structural simulations.
    • Monitor emerging AI technologies and research directions. Lead research on the generalization and interpretability of large models in complex physics scenarios, and integrate advances into products to improve simulation accuracy and performance.
  • Qualifications

    • Strong intellectual curiosity in artificial intelligence and up-to-date knowledge of advances in deep learning, including large language models and generative models.
    • Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow, and familiarity with autoencoders, Transformers, Fourier neural operators, and diffusion models.
    • Experience in semiconductor chip design or 3D-IC technologies is preferred.
    • Excellent programming skills in Python and C/C++.
    • Publications in leading AI, computational science, or engineering conferences and journals are preferred.
  • Education and Experience

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MS or PhD in a related field and at least 3 years of relevant experience are required.

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Client-provided location(s): Austin, TX
Job ID: Cadence-R56963
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-11-03T18:51:31

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