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Siemens EDA is a global technology leader in Electronic Design Automation software. Our software tools enable companies around the world to develop highly innovative electronic products faster and more cost-effectively. Our customers use our tools to push the boundaries of technology and physics to deliver better products in the increasingly complex world of chip, board, and system design.

Position Overview

This position will be part of the AFS R&D team, focused on circuit simulation. As a key member of a highly proficient, productive, and motivated R&D team, developing industry’s leading circuit simulator, using cutting edge software development techniques, you will be offered:

  • Technical challenges to solve toughest nanometer scale circuit verification problems for the leading semiconductor companies in the world.
  • A motivating, stimulating, and rewarding work environment
  • Excellent training and growth opportunities throughout your career
  • Attractive compensation and benefits

As a member of AFS R&D team you will participate in the design and implementation of efficient algorithms using state of the art software engineering processes and development tools, with a strong emphasis on software quality; thus, adding to your industry level experience in solving tough computational complexity problems while participating in entire software development lifecycle. We are looking for a self-motivated and inspiring team player with outstanding problem-solving skills to maintain and grow the technical dominance of the AFS product.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop new and compatibility features for the core circuit simulator.
  • Participate in the specification, architecture, design, and development of features
  • Enhance core circuit simulator, e.g., performance, accuracy, capacity, convergence.
  • Maintain and enhance compatibility with other simulators.
  • Profile and identify bottlenecks in performance of various analyses for very large circuits.
  • Improve numerical algorithms used in the core engine.
  • Debug difficult testcases with accuracy, performance, capacity, or functional issues.
  • Extend and maintain the capabilities of the AFS circuit simulator.
  • Be a force for improving development processes and product quality.
  • Work effectively with globally distributed engineering teams and the Product Validation team

Education and Experience:
  • Minimum 7 years of proven strong background in developing efficient, high-quality software for engineering applications using numerical methods and sparse matrix techniques
  • Deep understanding of numerical methods and sparse matrix techniques
  • Required experience developing SPICE tools.
  • Working knowledge of analog electrical circuit analysis
  • Outstanding programming skills in C and C++, preferably on Linux platform
  • Proficiency in memory optimization, high-performance data structures and algorithms
  • Advanced multithreading programming experience.
  • Understanding of advanced computer architectures
  • Solid background in object-oriented design and software engineering processes.
  • Self-motivated individual with excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Highly motivated to work in globally distributed engineering environment
  • BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or relevant area

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.


Why us?

Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software.

A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

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The salary range for this position is $126,100 to $227,000 and this role is eligible to earn incentive compensation. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate’s work location as well as additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: In addition, this position is eligible for time off in accordance with Company policies, including paid sick leave, paid parental leave, PTO (for non-exempt employees) or non-accrued flexible vacation (for exempt employees)

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