Cadence Design Systems

Software Engineer, New College Grad 2026 (Undergrads)

Cadence Design Systems$73K — $136K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • Proficiency in programming languages C and C++.
  • Experience with distributed computing environments.
  • Familiarity with Qt and Visual Studio is preferred but not required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven debugging and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Demonstrated curiosity and commitment to learning.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and enhance software applications.
  • Create code focused on quality, scalability, and debuggability.
  • Take ownership of specific projects or segments of the codebase.
  • Utilize multi-user design solutions to solve technical challenges.
  • Participate in the entire software development cycle from conception to implementation.

Benefits

  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
  • Employee stock purchase plan.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Opportunities for career development and skill enhancement.
Full Job Description
The Allegro software development team is looking for a Software Engineer to join the team. This is an entry-level position for a New College Grad. This team develops and maintains a multi-user design editing solution named Symphony, which supports concurrent editing of PCB and packaging designs. Symphony is a network-based, distributed computing solution used to design state-of-the-art technologies. As a differentiating technology itself, Symphony is a key component of Allegro's core offerings. As a member of this team, you'll gain hands-on experience working with enterprise-level software and solving real-world problems. As a comprehensive solution, Symphony spans many areas of the codebase from GUI to database, from interactive commands to network protocols. You'll have the opportunity to work in these areas, all while learning about the software development process and broadening your skillset. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, test, and improve software. Develop code for quality, scalability, and debuggability. Take ownership of an appropriately sized project and/or code region. Requirements: New College Grad with Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Programming Languages: C and C++ Experience with distributed computing. Familiarity with Qt, Visual Studio, and Perforce preferred, but not required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent debug and problem-solving skills. Strong curiosity and a passion for learning. The annual salary range for Massachusetts is $73,500 to $136,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.

About Cadence Design Systems

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. is an American multinational electronic design automation software and engineering services company, founded in 1988 by the merger of SDA Systems and ECAD, Inc. The company produces software, hardware and silicon structures for designing integrated circuits, systems on chips (SoCs) and printed circuit boards.
Learn more about Cadence Design Systems
Size
9,300 employees
Market Cap
$43.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$590.6 million
Founded
2018
5 Year Trend
+10.5%
Revenue
$2.6 billion
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