Jobgether

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This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior/Staff Software Engineer — AI-Native CAD Integrations based in the United States. This role sits at the intersection of backend systems engineering, CAD interoperability, and AI-assisted tooling for next-generation hardware design. You will build and evolve the critical integration layer that connects modern design automation software with leading PCB CAD ecosystems used by electrical engineers worldwide. The work involves deep technical exploration of proprietary file formats, reverse engineering, and robust backend architecture design. You will help shape how complex PCB design data is translated, interpreted, and synchronized across tools. The environment is fast-moving, highly technical, and mission-driven, with a strong emphasis on ownership and engineering excellence. You will collaborate closely with experts in electrical engineering, simulation, and machine learning to push the boundaries of automated hardware design. This is a high-impact role where your work directly improves how engineers design and iterate on complex electronic systems. \n Accountabilities: Design and evolve core backend systems that integrate AI-driven PCB design tools with external ECAD platforms such as Altium, Cadence Allegro, Siemens Xpedition, and others. Lead reverse engineering efforts of proprietary CAD file formats (binary and text-based), building reliable parsers, translators, and interoperability layers. Develop and maintain Quilter’s internal PCB representation model, ensuring scalability across multiple CAD ecosystems and design workflows. Architect and implement robust, production-grade backend services with a strong focus on correctness, resilience, and testability. Own end-to-end delivery of complex integration features, including design, implementation, validation, and production rollout. Explore and integrate AI-powered tooling and agent-based workflows to accelerate CAD reverse engineering and automation tasks. Set engineering standards, mentor peers, and help define best practices for working with complex, undocumented, or evolving external systems. Requirements: 7+ years of software engineering experience with a strong focus on backend systems, infrastructure, or systems engineering. Expert-level Python programming skills, with proven ability to write clean, maintainable, production-grade code at scale. Hands-on experience with at least one ECAD/CAD tool (e.g., Altium, OrCAD, Cadence Allegro, Siemens Xpedition, KiCad, Eagle) and familiarity with PCB design workflows. Strong ability to work in ambiguous technical environments, including reverse engineering undocumented or proprietary systems. Solid understanding of binary formats, data serialization, and structured data modeling. Proven track record of owning complex engineering projects end-to-end in fast-paced startup or high-growth environments. Strong communication and technical leadership skills, with experience mentoring engineers and setting technical direction. Curiosity and enthusiasm for AI-assisted development workflows and emerging coding agent technologies. Benefits: Competitive salary with equity participation Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage Unlimited paid time off policy Paid parental leave Regular in-person team offsites and collaborative engineering culture Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI-native hardware design systems High-impact engineering ownership in a fast-growing deep-tech environment Exposure to advanced domains including PCB design, simulation, and AI-driven engineering tools. \n How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1