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Software Engineer - Principal

Siemens EDA (Siemens Digital Industries Software)
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 9/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/27/2026
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: Join the QuestaSim (Simulation) R&D team at Siemens EDA as a Principal Engineer and drive innovation in simulation technology. In this role, you'll architect cutting-edge algorithms and software solutions that power industry-leading simulation tools. Working alongside a senior group of engineers, you'll tackle complex technical challenges in a fast-paced environment, taking ownership of strategic initiatives from conception through delivery. Your technical expertise, problem-solving acumen, and leadership will directly shape the future of electronic design automation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and architect cutting-edge algorithms and software design solutions for industry-leading simulation tools
  • Lead the conceptualization, definition, and implementation of complex, open-ended problem scopes and innovative ideas
  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of production-quality components, algorithms, and engines while improving existing codebases
  • Solve complex software problems in collaboration with senior engineers in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Apply technical expertise and analytical thinking to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality software solutions
  • Drive continuous improvement through self-motivation, discipline, and focus on achieving personal and team goals

Qualifications

  • 15–25 years of professional software engineering experience, with demonstrated expertise in architecting and implementing large-scale systems
  • Strong proficiency in C/C , data structures, and algorithms
  • Deep expertise in compiler concepts and optimizations
  • Proven experience working on UNIX and/or LINUX platforms
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a track record of delivering results independently
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited institution

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!

Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday



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