HR Manager and Global Business Partner

Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 241,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation & holidays

401(k) with employer match

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental & vision plans

Job summary

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. is seeking an HR Manager & Global HR Business Partner to support one of our core R&D organizations at the Bay Area headquarters.

This individual-contributor role provides hands-on HR guidance, coordinates HR programs, and partners with managers and HR colleagues to translate business priorities into practical people, workforce, talent, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of progressive HR experience in a global organization.
• Experience partnering with managers and HR colleagues to deliver people plans.
• Experience with performance management, compensation planning, succession, and talent reviews.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and analytical skills.
• BA/BS in HR or business; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers and leadership teams to implement people plans that support business priorities and workforce needs.
• Coordinate talent reviews, succession planning, performance management, and promotions.
• Use workforce data to identify trends and recommend actions.
• Support reorganizations, integrations, acquisitions, and organizational changes.
• Collaborate with regional HR teams and Centers of Excellence to deliver programs.

Skills

HR business partnering

People management

Facilitation

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's in HR or business

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Join Cadence’s dynamic, fast-paced technology organization at its Bay Area headquarters as an HR Manager & Global HR Business Partner supporting one of our core R&D organizations. This individual-contributor role partners with managers and HR colleagues to translate business priorities into practical people, workforce, talent, and organizational effectiveness initiatives. The position provides hands‑on HR guidance, coordinates HR programs and services, and supports effective teams across the global organization. The HR Manager & Global HR Business Partner will partner with managers and leadership teams to implement people plans that support business priorities, workforce needs, team effectiveness, talent, and culture. Provide practical guidance on performance, employee relations, retention, and team changes, partnering with senior HR colleagues on complex or sensitive matters. Coordinate and execute talent and HR processes for the business group, including talent reviews, succession planning, performance management, compensation planning, promotions, and development. Use business and workforce data to identify trends, talent needs, and team challenges, and recommend practical actions in partnership with managers and HR colleagues. Support the implementation of reorganizations, integrations, acquisitions, and other business changes through employee communications, manager guidance, and coordinated HR activities. Work with regional HR teams and HR Centers of Excellence to deliver coordinated programs and consistent support across the global organization. Partner with regional HR Business Partners to adapt and implement global initiatives and talent plans for local business needs. Facilitate team discussions and manager meetings, and support leadership offsites as needed.

Requirements

5–8 years of relevant, progressive HR experience, including HR business partnering with managers and supporting technical teams in a global organization. BA or BS degree, preferably with an emphasis in HR or business; an advanced degree is preferred. Practical experience in performance management, employee relations, compensation processes, talent development, and workforce planning, with exposure to organizational design, succession planning, and change initiatives. Experience using workforce data to identify talent and team challenges, recommend actions, and track progress. Strong facilitation, presentation, written and oral communication, and analytical skills. Strong business acumen, discretion, and sound judgment, with the ability to build credibility with managers and recognize when to involve senior HR colleagues.

You will build trust with managers and employees, offer practical guidance, facilitate productive conversations, and follow through on commitments. Success requires initiative, collaboration across regions, analytical judgment, and the ability to connect business priorities with day‑to‑day HR support. You will influence through relationships and expertise, work independently within your scope, and partner with senior HR colleagues on broader strategy and complex decisions.

The annual salary range for California is $129,500 to $240,500. 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.

• 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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Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences. Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence. Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.