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# Lead Software Engineer

- **Company:** Cadence Design Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Algorithm Design, C++ (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Qt (Software), Computational Geometry, Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/lead-software-engineer/cadence-design-systems-job107866224

## About the Role

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., * 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.
 * Experience with QT, a big plus
 * Excellent interpersonal communication skills

## Description

* Develop and maintain the C++ code base
 * Absorb requirements for new features and create design, function and test specifications
 * Work closely with team members to develop techniques to increase the capability, capacity, performance and stability of the software
 * Interface with our build and regression system to test code commits as part of our development process
 * Collaborate with a global cross-functional team providing product engineering, verification, documentation and program management input


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