Principal Product Engineer (Analog Design Automation)

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.