Principal Product Engineer (Analog Design Automation)
Cadence Design Systems
San Jose, CA · Posted October 30, 2026
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About the job
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
We are looking for a Product Engineer to drive the development and customer adoption of Analog Design automation flows in Virtuoso, including AI Driven optimization, parasitic‑aware design, and layout‑driven design methodologies .
This is a customer‑facing role that sits at the intersection of analog circuit design, design automation technology, and customer design workflows , and plays a key role in scaling next‑generation analog design automation flows .
We are looking for highly motivated and self‑driven engineers with:
Strong hands‑on experience in analog / mixed‑signal circuit design .
Deep familiarity with Virtuoso schematic, simulation, and ADE environments .
Exposure to design automation, circuit optimization, or migration flows .
Understanding of layout‑dependent effects and parasitic impact on circuit performance .
Proven ability to work directly with customers , understand real design challenges, and articulate technical concepts clearly.
Scripting or automation experience (SKILL, Python, or equivalent) is a plus.
BS/MS degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering (or related degree) with at least 5 years of relevant experience
The annual salary range for California is $136,500 to $253,500. 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.
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