Software Engineer II

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SAN JOSE Until 8/21/2026 First posted November 3, 2025 Last posted March 29, 2026
Job description

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

Cadence is seeking a self-motivated, hardworking, and creative software engineers to help design and develop some of the most complex Multi-Physics System Analysis software in the electronics world. Our software is used to design everything from the most complex high end compute servers to your favorite tablet.  We use advanced math, computer science, graph theory and machine learning to solve challenging problems. Many of our customers (top semiconductor companies), government research agencies and universities have partnered with us on this journey.

Responsibilities will include software development, debug and fixing of software errors, implementing new features, and writing and running tests.

Position Requirements:

  • BS in electrical engineering, computer science or related field.

  • Strong understanding of software data structures and algorithms, and proficiency in C/C++.

Nice to have:

  • Knowledge of and experience with EDA, CAD, and/or graphic based applications.

  • Exposure to Cadence tools/software is a plus.

The annual salary range for California is $101,500 to $188,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.

We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.

About this role

Summary

Design, develop, debug, and test complex multi-physics system analysis software.

Job title

Software Engineer II

Experience level

entry level

Industry

software

Location requirements

San Jose, no remote work specified

Salary

$101,500 to $188,500

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

C++data structuresalgorithms

Preferred skills

EDACADgraphic applicationsCadence tools

Specializations

data structuresalgorithmsC++machine learning
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Jose, CA, USA

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