Jobs at Cadence

Positions 15,413

Cadence Design Systems, founded in 1988 and headquartered in San Jose, is a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA). Their flagship products—Virtuoso, Allegro, OrCAD, Jasper, and Incisive—enable semiconductor, automotive, and industrial designers to create faster, smaller, and more energy‑efficient chips.

Cadence’s hiring pipeline spans software engineers (C++, Python, Java), hardware and ASIC design engineers, verification specialists, data scientists, machine‑learning engineers, product managers, UX designers, sales engineers, and customer support roles. Candidates can expect structured technical interviews, mentorship from senior engineers, and the chance to contribute to industry‑leading tool stacks and cross‑disciplinary projects.

Job Transparency’s Cadence listings reveal the full salary range, equity offers, and recent employee sentiment. This data lets applicants benchmark offers, negotiate confidently, and gauge the company culture before submitting an application.

Lead C++ Software Engineer

Company: Cadence

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Summer Intern_Conformal

Company: Cadence

Location: Hsinchu, Taiwan

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Lead Product Validation Engineer

Company: Cadence

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Lead Application Engineer

Company: Cadence

Location: Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Software Engineer - P&R

Company: Cadence

Location: Seoul, South Korea

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Software Engineer II

Company: Cadence

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Lead Product Engineer

Company: Cadence

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Inter - GCS

Company: Cadence

Location: Cork, Ireland

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Design Engineer Intern

Company: Cadence

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Purchasing Analyst

Company: Cadence

Location: Hyderabad, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Lead Software Engineer

Company: Cadence

Location: Noida, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Cadence?
Cadence fosters a collaborative engineering culture that values technical depth and innovation. Employees routinely work on cutting‑edge EDA tools, receive mentorship from senior engineers, and enjoy flexible remote options and competitive benefits, including health plans, equity, and professional development budgets.
What types of positions are available at Cadence?
Cadence hires across several domains: Software Engineering (C++, Python, Java), Hardware & ASIC Design, Verification & Test, Data Science & Machine Learning, Product Management, UX Design, Sales Engineering, Customer Success, and Technical Support. Each role focuses on delivering tools that power semiconductor and embedded system design.
How can I stand out as an applicant for Cadence?
Showcase relevant EDA or semiconductor projects on your portfolio, quantify performance improvements, and demonstrate familiarity with Cadence tools or industry standards (e.g., Verilog, SystemVerilog, VHDL). Tailor your resume to highlight technical achievements, participate in open‑source EDA communities, and prepare for technical interviews by practicing problem‑solving and system‑design scenarios.

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