Lead Software Engineer

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

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.At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.Job Title: Lead Software EngineerLocation: Newcastle upon Tyne, UKReports to: Senior Principal Software EngineerJob Overview:Have you ever looked at your smartphone and wondered how the silicon chips, that power it, were designed? Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software is some of the most advanced and algorithmically complex in existence. Cadence is building the next generation of EDA tools, these tools enable IC designers to layout the very latest silicon chips. Working with massive complexity and intricate design rules demanded by sub 20nm IC designs.At Cadence Newcastle our aim is to build exceptionally smart software that is stupidly easy to use. Great software has no options! Creating software that “just” does the right thing with minimal guidance from the user is extremely technically and intellectually challenging, and we are looking for exceptional engineers to join us with this challenge.Successful candidates will be deeply involved in the development and implementation of a new EDA technology with a strong focus on computational geometry, geometry manipulation and algorithmic complexity. We are looking for a software engineer with a top degree, evidence of achievement, and an exceptional talent for algorithm development. Although advantageous, EDA experience is not essential.Job Responsibilities:Develop and maintain the C++ code baseAbsorb requirements for new features and create design, function and test specificationsWork closely with team members to develop techniques to increase the capability, capacity, performance and stability of the softwareInterface with our build and regression system to test code commits as part of our development processCollaborate with a global cross-functional team providing product engineering, verification, documentation and program management inputJob Qualifications:PhD, or master’s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience.History of mathematical study

Grade A/A* in A-level mathematics, physicsSTEM degree, such as Maths, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science

Experience writing programs in C++ (C++14/17) or other object-oriented programs.Algorithmic software development skillsExposure to Linux/Unix environment.Experience with QT, a big plusExcellent interpersonal communication skillsCheck what we can offer you:25 days holiday per yearPrivate Medical and Dental plans, Income Protection and Life InsuranceCycle to work scheme and gym subsidy5 days paid time to volunteer to give back to our communitiesCadence regularly achieves a high ranking in the Great Place to Work awards both in the UK and Worldwide, most recently having been #9 Worldwide in 2023 and 2024.Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace.Be proud and passionate about the work you do. Together, our “One Cadence One Team” culture drives our success.We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others ..... full job details .....