Principal Software Engineer

Cadence · Noida

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Last observed by our collector: 8 October 2026 at 10:45 pm IST. This is not a manual review or a confirmation from the employer.

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requirements. Hardware modelling experience (C++/System C/TLM/Python) and computer architecture foundation is desired. Responsibilities Develop cycle-level performance models in System C or C++ Correlate performance models to match RTL configurations and traffic conditions Work with Memory Architects to understand feature requirements, architectural specifications and implement in the model Analyze architectural trade-offs (throughput, hardware cost) across different scenarios and architectural choices Develop synthetic memory traffic/traces that are representative of real-world applications (CPU, GPU, DSP, No C, etc) Develop scripts to automate generation of various performance metrics and statistics post RTL simulation that helps identify performance bottlenecks Required Skills BE/B.Tech ME/M.Tech in ECE, E&TC, CS or similar 5+ years of experience in hardware modeling, functional or performance Strong coding skills in C++, System C and Transaction Level Modeling (TLM) Basic understanding of performance principles, Queuing Theory, throughput/latency tradeoffs 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. Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence. Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.

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5+ years