Software Engineer II: PDK Tools & EDA Development

Cadence Design Systems; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in electronic design seeks a Software Engineer II in Edinburgh. The role involves developing and maintaining tools for PDK-related tasks using Java and C++. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and strong skills in Java and C++. The position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits including private medical plans and a group pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday per year

Private Medical and Dental plans

Group Personal Pension Plan

Cycle to Work scheme and gym subsidy

5 days of paid time to volunteer

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science (with Electrical elective) plus 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong programming skills in Java and C++.
• Solid understanding of PDKs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain PDK-related tools using Java, C++, and SKILL.
• Gather requirements for new features and produce design, functional, and test specifications.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance software performance, stability, and quality.

Skills

Java

C++

Understanding of PDKs

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Master’s degree

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Job description

A global leader in electronic design seeks a Software Engineer II in Edinburgh. The role involves developing and maintaining tools for PDK-related tasks using Java and C++. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and strong skills in Java and C++. The position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits including private medical plans and a group pension scheme.