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Principal Product Engineer

Cadence Design Systems
August 21, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Hsinchu, Taiwan
EDA Jobs, Level - Senior

Job Title

Principal Product Engineer

Role Summary

Lead certification and integration of the Cadence Innovus digital implementation platform on advanced foundry process technologies. Work with Cadence R&D and foundry partners to ensure the platform meets performance, reliability, and customer requirements.

Experience Level

Senior. The posting does not specify years of experience but the role is principal/lead-level.

Responsibilities

Primary duties include platform validation, problem resolution, and collaboration with internal and external partners.

  • Drive certification and validation of Innovus on cutting-edge foundry process nodes.
  • Collaborate with Cadence R&D and foundry engineering teams to deliver robust digital design solutions.
  • Analyze, communicate, and resolve complex technical issues encountered by foundry customers.
  • Ensure product performance and reliability through test plans, benchmarks, and validation suites.
  • Provide timely technical support and guidance to customers and partners.
  • Document findings, create reproducible test cases, and provide feedback to product teams.

Requirements

Mandatory skills and qualities for successful candidates; education details are in the Education Requirements section below.

  • Effective interpersonal communication and strong analytical skills.
  • Proficient oral and written English.
  • Customer-focus, teamwork, patience, and a proactive "can-do" attitude.
  • Ability to analyze complex issues and drive timely resolutions.
  • Familiarity with Cadence Innovus digital implementation technologies is preferred.

Education Requirements

Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred; or equivalent practical experience.


About the Company

Company: Cadence Design Systems

Headquarters: San Jose, California, USA

Cadence Design Systems is a global electronic design automation company that provides software, hardware, and intellectual property for designing advanced semiconductor chips. With over 25 years in the industry, Cadence is known for its innovative technology solutions and has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. The company is dedicated to solving complex technical challenges in order to enable customers to create revolutionary products and experiences.

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Date Posted: 2026-08-20