At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality. Cadence customers are the world’s most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health. The Cadence Advantage + The opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in an environment that encourages you to be creative, innovative, and to make an impact. + Cadence’s employee-friendly policies focus on the physical and mental well-being of employees, career development, providing opportunities for learning, and celebrating success in recognition of specific needs of the employees. + The unique “One Cadence – One Team” culture promotes collaboration within and across teams to ensure customer success + Multiple avenues of learning and development available for employees to explore as per their specific requirement and interests + You get to work with a diverse team of passionate, dedicated, and talented individuals who go above and beyond for our customers, our communities, and each other—every day. Experienced Senior Database Systems Architect to lead the design and implementation of complex, high-performance data systems. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in C++, SQL databases, NoSQL databases, and software design patterns, with a strong track record of architecting scalable and reliable database-driven systems. Experience with Node.js and Java is a strong plus. Responsibilities + Define the architecture and design for robust, scalable, and high-availability data platforms and services. + Define and maintain Schema definitions + Provide technical leadership for full lifecycle of database system development—from concept to deployment. + Optimize performance across relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis) systems. + Participate in architectural reviews and recommend improvements for performance, maintainability, and scalability. + Design APIs and services that interact with complex data layers using C++, and optionally integrate with Java or Node.js components. + Knowledgeable on best practices, coding standards, and architectural design patterns. + Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to ensure effective deployment and monitoring of data systems. Qualifications Required: + 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years focused on system/database architecture. + Proficiency in C++ and deep understanding of memory management, concurrency, and performance optimization. + Strong experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or equivalent) including schema design and query optimization. + Hands-on experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Cassandra, or DynamoDB. + Expertise in software design principles and design patterns (e.g., Singleton, Factory, Repository, CQRS). + Excellent understanding of data modeling, consistency trade-offs (CAP theorem), and distributed data systems. We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t. Additional Jobs (https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/addl\_jobs) 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. Cadence is committed to creating a diverse environment and 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.