Principal Software Engineer – R&D

Austin, TX, United States

Position Overview:

As a Senior Software Engineer in the EDA industry, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and enhancement of our flagship Questa Verification software products used by semiconductor companies worldwide. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including software developers, hardware engineers, and product managers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Responsibilities:

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex software modules and subsystems within our EDA software suite.

Collaborate with product management and other stakeholders to define software requirements and specifications.

Architect scalable and efficient software solutions that address performance, reliability, and usability requirements.

Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior team members to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Investigate and resolve technical issues reported by customers or identified during testing and validation activities.

Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in EDA software development.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

12+ years of experience in software development with a strong emphasis on C/C++ programming in a Linux/Unix environment.

Knowledge and experience with building EDA verification software products is a plus

Proven track record of delivering high-quality software products through the entire software development lifecycle.

Expertise in algorithm design, data structures, and object-oriented programming principles.

Solid understanding of EDA tools, semiconductor design flows, and industry standards (e.g., Verilog, VHDL, SystemVerilog, etc.)

Experience with software development tools and methodologies (e.g., Git, Agile/Scrum, CI/CD, etc.).

Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with parallel computing, digital simulation, multi-threading, and distributed systems.

Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, or Perl.

Knowledge of hardware description languages (System-Verilog, VHDL) and digital design concepts.

Prior experience in the EDA industry or related fields.

This position will be subject to U.S. export control requirements under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment is contingent on either verifying the U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license.

Why us?

Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software.

A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday

The salary range for this position is $145,700 to $262,300 and this role is eligible to earn incentive compensation. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate’s work location as well as additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: www.benefitsquickstart.com. In addition, this position is eligible for time off in accordance with Company policies, including paid sick leave, paid parental leave, PTO (for non-exempt employees) or non-accrued flexible vacation (for exempt employees).

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