Principal Software Engineer - Calibre PERC- AI/ML

Principal Software Engineer - Calibre

PERC- AI/ML

Job

ID 501797

Posted since 09-Apr-2026 Organization Digital Industries Field of work Research & Development Company Siemens Industry Software Inc. Experience level Experienced Professional Job type Full-time Work mode Hybrid (Remote/Office) Employment type Permanent Location(s) Wilsonville - Oregon - United States of America 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 efficiently. 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. We are looking for a highly motivated Principal Software Engineer to work as part of the Calibre R D team developing high‑performance circuit reliability verification solutions. In addition to strong systems and algorithmic expertise, this role requires demonstrated experience applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) techniques to complex engineering problems. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail‑oriented, and capable of translating advanced AI concepts into robust, production‑quality software. Responsibilities Be a core member of the Calibre PERC team, an industry leader in circuit reliability verification. Design, implement, debug, and maintain high‑performance software features, including AI‑assisted analysis, automation, and optimization capabilities. Collaborate closely with field teams and key customers to identify opportunities where AI/ML can improve accuracy, performance, scalability, or usability of solutions. Architect and integrate AI/ML components such as predictive models, heuristics, or learning‑based optimizations into large‑scale C++ codebases. Evaluate, prototype, and productionize data‑driven approaches alongside traditional algorithmic techniques. Provide technical leadership through code reviews and mentorship to junior engineers, including guidance on AI‑aware software design and best practices. Required Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
• Proven experience of around 10 years in software development, with a strong C++ programming background.
• Solid foundation in algorithms and data structures, including graph algorithms.
• Hands‑on experience with Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning, such as:
• Applying ML models to real‑world engineering or data‑intensive problems
• Feature engineering, model evaluation, and performance trade‑offs
• Integrating trained models into production systems
• Proficiency in Unix/Linux development environments.
• Experience using Python for AI/ML prototyping, data analysis, or tooling.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of complex problems, and drive solutions to completion. Preferred Knowledge and Skills
• Experience applying AI/ML techniques to EDA, simulation, circuit analysis, or other scientific/engineering domains.
• Familiarity with ML frameworks or libraries (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit‑learn) and their integration with C++ systems.
• Knowledge of statistical methods, optimization techniques, or probabilistic modeling.
• Experience with shell scripting and interpreted languages (Tcl, Python, etc.).
• Understanding of model lifecycle considerations, such as data quality, validation, monitoring, and maintainability.
• Background in circuit verification is a plus.
• Strong alignment with software craftsmanship, quality, and long‑term maintainability.
• Proven attention to detail, with the ability to accurately estimate, plan, and deliver high‑quality software on schedule.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

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! Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday with Us #LI-EDA #li-hybrid You'll Benefit From Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html The pay range for this position is 154,200 - 277,600 annually with a target incentive of 10-15 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. EEO is the Law Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law. Reasonable Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodation for disability form . If you're unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. Pay Transparency Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws. California Privacy Notice California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here . Criminal History Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.