Principal Product Engineer

CadenceSan Jose, CA

$136,500 - $253,500 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$136,500-$253,500/year

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

About Us

Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. We apply our Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware, and IP that turn design concepts into reality. Our customers are the world's most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products-from chips to boards to systems-for dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace, industrial, and health. Join us and be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and customer success.

Position Overview

Join our growing and dynamic IP team and help lead the proliferation of best-in-class Memory PHY IP products across a wide range of customers. This is a tremendous opportunity to work with an experienced team focused on the development and support of high-performance IP related to memory protocols such as DDR, LPDDR, HBM, and GDDR, and to engage with top technology companies making an impact in our world.

We are seeking a Post Silicon Memory Product Engineer to support silicon bring-up, debug, and production ramp for advanced memory IP solutions. This role is critical in ensuring successful integration of Memory PHY and Controller IP into customer systems.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary technical contact for post-silicon bring-up and debug of Memory IP subsystems.
Support customer SOC and system integration, including ATE deployment and production ramp.
Collaborate with internal teams (Analog/Digital Design, DV, Program Management) to resolve technical issues.
Participate in silicon evaluations, demos, and onsite bring-up for tier-one customers. Travel requirements : Approximately 10%
Provide integration training and recommendations to customers.
Analyze and resolve complex subsystem application or implementation issues.
Contribute to documentation, checklists, and collateral improvements for enhanced customer experience.
Leverage AI-powered tools and assistants to enhance productivity, improve decision making, and maintain high-quality customer deliverables. Apply AI-powered analytics tools to extract insights, identify patterns, and generate actionable recommendations from complex datasets.

Required Qualifications

M.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering (or similar) with 7+ years of experience, or Ph.D. with 5+ years of relevant experience.
Strong background in post-silicon bring-up and debug.
Experience working with DDR5/4/3, LPDDR5/4/3, HBM3/4, GDDR6/7 or similar IPs.
Hands-on experience with lab equipment for reproducing and debugging customer issues.
Ability to read schematics and participate in SI/PI reviews for customer board/package implementation.
Excellent problem-solving, presentation, and communication skills.

Preferred / Optional Skills

Exposure to STA and RTL flows would be beneficial.
Familiarity with advanced mixed-signal verification and system simulation tools is a plus.

Why Join Us?

Work on cutting-edge memory technologies impacting next-generation systems.
Collaborate with global teams and industry-leading customers.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Opportunities for career growth and technical leadership.

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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FAQs About Principal Product Engineer Jobs at Cadence

What is the work location for this position at Cadence?

This job at Cadence is located in San Jose, CA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Cadence?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $136,500 and $253,500 per year.

What employment applies to this position at Cadence?

Cadence lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Cadence?

Cadence is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What benefits are offered by Cadence for this role?

Cadence offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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