Sr. Principal Product Engineer

Sr. Principal Product Engineer page is loaded## Sr. Principal Product Engineerlocations: SAN JOSEtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R54516## **At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.**This position presents an exciting opportunity within Cadence’s Digital and Signoff Group (DSG) for a Product Engineer. In this dynamic environment, you’ll collaborate closely with R&D, Application Engineering & product marketing teams to help drive the development of advanced chip design software tools. As a Product Engineer, you will serve as a key technical resource, providing place-and-route expertise to both Cadence customers and internal development teams.Candidates should bring a strong motivation and energy, along with a thorough understanding of ASIC design methodologies across all stages of the RTL to GDSII flow. Hands-on experience with timing closure and PPA optimization at 7nm and below is essential. Your analytical strengths will be vital in diagnosing customer challenges and delivering well-organized solutions. Excellent communication skills are required to ensure clear and effective collaboration.Responsibilities for this role include supporting Cadence’s digital products, tracking and resolving customer issues alongside R&D and release teams, and conducting design benchmarks. You will also develop innovative flows and methodologies tailored to customer needs.To qualify, applicants must possess a* BS in Electrical Engineering with at least three years of experience, or an MS in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of one year in digital implementation as either a design or product engineer* Candidates should demonstrate a solid understanding of VLSI physical design and timing analysis, including familiarity with clock tree synthesis, routing optimization, and silicon signoff challenges* Experience with industry-standard EDA tools for synthesis, physical design, and signoff at 7nm and below nodes is required* Proficiency in scripting languages or AI tools for productivity enhancement will be considered an asset* Strong verbal and written communication skills*The annual salary range for California is $154,000 to $286,000. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.*## **We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.****Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:**Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity throughout all levels of the organization.We welcome your interest in the company and want to make sure our job site is accessible to all. If you experience difficulty using this site or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.**Privacy Policy:**Job Applicant If you are a job seeker creating a profile using our careers website, please see the .E-Verify Cadence participates in theE-Verify program in certain U.S. locations as required by law.Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences. Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence. Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cadence Design Systems