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# Senior Software Engineer

- **Company:** Cadence Design Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $154,000.0 - $286,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Analog Electronics, Computer Vision, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Open Source Technology, Rapid Prototyping Process, Tensorflow, Pytorch, Large Language Models, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, Vlsi Design, Machine Learning Operations, Unsupervised Learning
- **Published:** May 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/BB2219FA1AFB4C5BBB41B7B1212542E2/job/

## About the Role

* BS/MS/Phd in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or a related field.
 * 10+ years of experience.
 * Strong foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing (NLP) and LLM.
Technical Skills

 * Proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, SciKit, etc.
 * Basic understanding of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and vector databases.
 * Comfortable working with LLM APIs and integrating them into applications.
 * A solid understanding of machine learning concepts (e.g., supervised/unsupervised learning, NLP, computer vision) and algorithms is crucial.
 * Proficiency in Python is essential. C++ also valuable.
 * Domain knowledge in analog circuits design and layout, and VLSI design flow is preferred
Problem-Solving & Collaboration

 * Ability to work in a fast-paced research and development environment.
 * Strong analytical thinking and debugging skills.
 * Experience with rapid prototyping in open-source AI/ML projects.



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