Principal Product Engineer – Virtuoso Backend Flows

We are looking for a Product Engineer to drive the development and customer adoption of advanced backend design flows in Cadence Virtuoso for leading-edge process nodes.

This is a customer-facing role that combines physical design methodologies design automation and customer engagement. The position plays a key role in enabling efficient design implementation and influencing future product capabilities.

We are looking for highly motivated and self-driven engineers with:

• Strong experience in custom IC backend design layout and signoff flows.

• Deep familiarity with Virtuoso layout environments and advanced-node methodologies.

• Experience with automation and scripting using SKILL Python Perl or UNIX Shell.

• Ability to work directly with customers understand technical challenges and deliver effective solutions.

• Experience troubleshooting complex issues and collaborating with R&D teams.

• Strong communication documentation and training skills.

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or a related field with 9 years of relevant experience or MS degree with 7 years of relevant experience.

The annual salary range for California is $136500 to $253500. 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.