BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
2 to 5 years of software development experience in large C++ applications
Experience with algorithm and data structure design
Understanding of gate level digital logic design
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Responsibilities
Develop and improve compiler software for emulators
Analyze customer designs to optimize mapping on emulator resources
Participate in design and implementation of new compiler functionalities
Write system-level tests using software simulation
Collaborate with software and hardware teams in a multi-site environment
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in hardware-assisted verification
Collaborative international work environment
Engagement with cross-functional teams
Potential for professional growth in a leading EDA company
On-site work in Burlington, MA
Full Job Description
Job Title: Advanced Software Engineer - C++ / Digital Logic Design
Job Reference #: 527320
Job Location: Burlington, MA
Siemens EDA is looking for a software development engineer to work in the Hardware Assisted Verification (HAV) division. HAV develops and manufactures emulators for functional verification of System-on-Chip circuit designs. In emulation systems, custom software compiles a circuit design's high level description into a low level binary representation that can be loaded and run on the emulation hardware. The individual that fills this position will become a member of emulator compiler specialists developing the compiler software for Siemens EDA's next generation emulators.
The Software Development Engineer will have responsibilities in development and improvement of the part of the compiler that analyzes the customer design in order to map it on the emulator resources. This includes analysis of clock and data networks, partitioning, placing and synthesis of logic to support the mapping of the customer design onto the emulator. The individual will participate in design and implementation of new functionality for this part of the compiler as well as support current functionality. The work will be mostly in C++ on Linux. They will write system level tests that use software simulation as well as develop new testing methods. This position will include interaction with other software teams as well as Veloce hardware teams in an international, multi-site, development environment. Candidates must be able to work on-site from our Burlington, MA office.
Job Qualifications
Required Skills: • BS, MS or PhD in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. • 2 to 5 years of industry, software development experience in developing large C++ applications as part of a team. • Demonstrated experience with algorithm and data structure design. • Understanding of gate level digital logic design. • Excel both in a team-oriented development and working independently.
Desired Skills: • Demonstrated Experience in EDA software development, especially in timing analysis, synthesis, design partition or placement is a plus. • Software engineering skills with experience in use of Unix/Linux OS. • Demonstrated experience with software testing methods. • Experience in use of Hardware description language (Verilog/Vhdl). • Experience in use of a software simulation tools (Modelsim, etc). • Knowledge of scripting languages (Python or SH script) would be useful.
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.
The pay range for this position is $109,800 to $197,700 annually with a target incentive of 5-8% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications and premium geographic location.
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About Siemens
Siemens AG is a German multinational conglomerate company headquartered in Munich and the largest industrial manufacturing company in Europe with branch offices abroad. The principal divisions of the company are Industry, Energy, Healthcare, and Infrastructure & Cities, which represent the main activities of the company. The company is a prominent maker of medical diagnostics equipment and its medical health-care division, which generates about 12 percent of the company's total sales, is its second-most profitable unit, after the industrial automation division. The company is a component of the Euro Stoxx 50 stock market index. Siemens and its subsidiaries employ approximately 385,000 people worldwide and reported global revenue of around €87 billion in 2019 according to its earnings release.
