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Cadence Design · San Jose

# Software Architect

San Jose $185,500 to $344,500 Software Engineering 

Listed on Cadence Design’s official careers site. Posted October 1, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Cadence Design’s careers site →](https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/SAN-JOSE/Software-Architect_R56592-1)

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## Job description

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Cadence Design Systems is looking for a highly motivated software or digital IC design engineer to work with the Innovus routing team in the physical implementation business unit. You will be part of a team responsible for designing, developing, troubleshooting, debugging and supporting P&R design flow. Development responsibilities will include data-model and P&R flow enhancement, database enhancement, performance enhancement, and API/Class definition & enhancement.

The successful candidate will possess the following combination of education and experience: MS with 10+ years of experience, in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
- Knowledge in IC design data model, hierarchical design flow, database architecture, efficient data access algorithms
- Proficiency with C/C++ and Tcl scripting is preferred.

Experience in P&R software tool usage is a plus. Excellent programming and software engineering skills Experience with UNIX and/or LINUX platforms is preferred The annual salary range for California is $185,500 to $344,500. 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.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 1, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 17 days
- Location: San Jose
- Pay: $185,500 to $344,500[Apply on Cadence Design’s careers site →](https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/SAN-JOSE/Software-Architect_R56592-1)

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