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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.

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

Job Title: Software Engineer II

Location: Cork, Ireland

Reports to: Software Engineering Group Director

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join our team responsible for developing and maintaining AI infrastructure across Cadence's portfolio of design tools. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of computational software and artificial intelligence, helping to shape the future of Cadence's innovative solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

Contribute to the development of AI infrastructure that supports, for example, inference, prompt engineering, fine-tuning, and model quantizationAssist in development of deliver software systems and libraries to deliver AI-driven functionality across the whole Cadence organizationAssist in developing systems to implement AI functionality across the whole Cadence organizationCollaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI features that enhance Cadence's solutionsParticipate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality, reliable softwareStay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in AI and machine learningDocument technical processes and developments for knowledge sharing across teams

Job Qualifications:

Good degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical fieldStrong programming skills in C, C++, PythonKnowledge of AI/ML concepts and frameworksWillingness to learn multiple programming languages Understanding of software development principles and practicesProblem-solving skills and analytical thinkingExcellent communication and teamwork abilities

Additional Skills/Preferences:                         

Experience with AI model deployment and inferenceFamiliarity with prompt engineering techniquesKnowledge of model optimization methods such as quantizationUnderstanding of software library developmentExperience with version control systems (Git)Exposure to computational software or design toolsInterest in hardware design or semiconductor technology

Work Arrangements

Hybrid working model with multiple in-office days expectedOpportunities for collaboration with global teams

Why Join Cadence?

Work with cutting-edge AI technology that impacts the development of next-generation productsCollaborate with industry experts and thought leaders in computational softwareProfessional development opportunities and clear career progression pathsInclusive workplace culture that values diversity of thought and innovation

Additional Information:

Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 

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