Cadence

electronic design

LeadSoftwareEngineer

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom FULL TIME
The Brief

“Lead Software Engineer at Cadence. Skills: C++, Algorithmic development, Computational geometry. Develop C++ code base. Maintain C++ code base”

Industry & Context.

electronic design
Problems you'll solve

Algorithm development

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

PhD, or master’s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, History of mathematical study, Grade A/A* in A-level mathematics, physics, STEM degree, such as Maths, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science, Russell Group science degree, Experience writing programs in C++ (C++14/17) or other object-oriented programs, Algorithmic software development skills, Exposure to Linux/Unix environment

Nice to Have

EDA experience is not essential, Experience with QT

What You'll Do.

Develop C++ code base

Maintain C++ code base

Absorb requirements for new features

Create design specifications

Create function specifications

Create test specifications

Develop techniques to increase capability

Develop techniques to increase capacity

Develop techniques to increase performance

Develop techniques to increase stability

Interface with build system

Interface with regression system

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with team members; Collaborate with global cross-functional team

Communication Scope

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

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