Principal Software Engineer-Mesh
Description
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
Responsibilities
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Implement and enhance meshing algorithms for CAD and simulation applications.
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Work on Delaunay-based mesh generation and mesh adaptation workflows.
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Contribute to mesh coarsening and refinement methods (e.g., bisection).
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Develop and maintain surface meshing and mesh cleaning capabilities .
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Collaborate with senior developers to integrate meshing features into larger software systems.
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Support testing, validation, and debugging of meshing functionalities.
Qualifications
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Ph.D. in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Computational Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of experience , OR Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience .
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Solid background in Delaunay mesh generation and adaptation .
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Experience in mesh refinement and coarsening methods .
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Good understanding of surface meshing algorithms and geometry cleanup .
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Proficiency in C++ programming and data structures .
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Knowledge of numerical methods and computational geometry.
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Familiarity with geometric modeling kernels (ACIS preferred) is a plus.
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Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
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Ability to work effectively in a collaborative R&D environment.