Sr. Principal Engineer

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Implement, enhance, test, and troubleshoot code and scripts in accordance with departmental standards, policies, and procedures throughout the development lifecycle. Document software development work through clear code comments and detailed technical specifications. Analyze and review code written by others for defects, consistency, maintainability, and reusability, and recommend improvements. Identify, report, investigate, and resolve defects across all areas of the codebase. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to translate technical requirements into reliable, scalable software solutions. Contribute to architectural decisions and continuous improvements in development practices, tools, and processes. Qualifications, Education, and Experience Ph.D. in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Computational Engineering, or a related field with 6 or more years of relevant experience; master’s degree with 8 or more years of relevant experience; or bachelor’s degree with 10 or more years of relevant experience. At least 5 years of professional C++ programming experience is required. Experience with system architecture, OpenGL programming, and desktop engineering is highly preferred. Experience with computational techniques in discrete and/or analytic geometry is strongly desired. Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is a plus. Experience developing and testing software in Windows, Linux, and/or macOS environments. Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to deliver clear and concise messages to technical and nontechnical audiences. Exceptional attention to detail, with demonstrated ability to organize work, manage priorities, and meet deadlines. Positive, solutions-oriented approach, with a willingness to propose and implement ideas that improve processes in an evolving environment. Must meet applicable clearance requirements for handling ITAR-controlled data. Must be willing to consider relocation to Austin, Texas. Responsibilities for All Employees Develop and maintain cooperative, professional communication with all employees and customers. Complete assigned tasks on time and to a consistently high standard of quality. Attend and participate in all required meetings. We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t. Additional Jobs Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity throughout all levels of the organization. Read the policy(opens in a new tab) We welcome your interest in the company and want to make sure our job site is accessible to all. If you experience difficulty using this site or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact staffing@cadence.com. Privacy Policy: Job Applicant If you are a job seeker creating a profile using our careers website, please see the privacy policy(opens in a new tab). E-Verify Cadence participates in the E-Verify program in certain U.S. locations as required by law. Download More Information on E-Verify (64K) Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences. Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. 
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