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# Sr Principal C++ Software Engineer

- **Company:** Cadence Design Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Burlington, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $260,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Algorithm Design, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Data Structures, Device Drivers, Linux Kernel, Software Engineering, System Testing, Multithreading
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466889729&tx=KK7373FFQ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* BS with a minimum of 10 years of experience OR MS with a minimum of 7 years of experience OR PhD with a minimum of 5 years of experience
 * MUST HAVE STRONG C++ SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE
 * You are a distinguished C/C++ / STL programmer among your peers and you love to collaborate about your coding projects and ideas with others.
 * Experience with latest C++23 features is a plus.
 * You should be proficient in data structures and algorithm design, complexity and performance tradeoffs.
 * Experience with Linux kernel and/or device drivers is desirable.
 * Being comfortable with multi-threading programming and TCP/IP programming is also plus.
 * Experience with any industry simulation or emulation products are pluses.

## Description

We are looking for a remarkably talented Software Engineer to join the Palladium Software Development team. You will work closely with a small team of exceptional engineers that are heavyweights in Cadence and EDA while developing the next generation Palladium emulation platform. The team brings a unique focus to quality and innovation while designing state-of-the-art Cadence emulation products for use in developing today's multi-billion gate designs.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following;

 * Writing C/C++ to implement the software and operating environment for the emulation platform and features.
 * Designing the features, flows, and interfaces for the emulation platforms with other engineers.
 * Writing functional, implementation, and test specifications for your code and features.
 * Implementing unit, integration, and system tests for your code and features.
 * Collaborating with cross-functional teams across all aspects of Palladium