Lead Software Engineer - Liberate

SHANGHAI Until 9/25/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 22, 2026 Last posted July 27, 2026
Job description

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

The candidates should have two or more years of experiences in developing EDA software.

 Must be proficient in C, C++, TCL, and development in Linux/Unix.
 Knowledge on semiconductor device is strong plus.
 Experience with SPICE or SPICE-like circuit simulation is important.
 Knowledge of Verilog and VHDL is also highly desirable.
 Have a good understanding of library characterization, IP design, static timing analysis, power analysis, and signal integrity analysis flows.
 Minimum Education Required / Minimum Experience Required : MS, EE, CS, Math or Physics 2
 Preferred Education / Preferred Experience: Ph.D. , EE, CS, Math or Physics 3-5

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About this role

Summary

Develop and enhance EDA software with expertise in C, C++, and circuit simulation.

Job title

Lead Software Engineer - Liberate

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Shanghai, on-site work required.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

cc++tcllinux/Unixcircuit simulation

Preferred skills

verilogvhdllibrary characterizationip designstatic timing analysis

Specializations

EDA softwarec++linuxcircuit simulationhardware description languages
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Shanghai, China

On-site City