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# Lead Software Engineer

- **Company:** Cadence Design Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Burlington, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $101,500.0 - $188,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Databases, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Software Engineering, SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Information Technology, Software Version Control
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/Burlington-MA/Lead-Software-Engineer_R56264-1

## About the Role

* MS. With 2 year experience or Ph.D in engineering, computer science or related field.
 * Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms and databases.
 * Demonstrated proficiency in C++, gdb debugging, and general software development skills
 * Familiarity with Linux/Unix development.
 * Exposure to build and version-control systems.
 * Coursework in Hardware Descript Language, such as Verilog, SystemVerilog, VHDL.
 * Exposure to electronic design platforms.



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