Principal Application Engineer

Cadence Design Systems; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented engineer to join their elite verification team. This exciting role involves working directly with leading semiconductor companies to deploy cutting-edge emulation and FPGA prototyping platforms. You will provide essential technical support during both pre- and post-sales processes, developing innovative solutions to complex challenges. With a competitive compensation package and a focus on employee growth, this company offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will make a significant impact in the technology sector. Join a team that values innovation and excellence!

Benefits

Paid Vacation

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Options

Qualifications

• Experience in deploying emulation and FPGA prototyping platforms.
• Strong background in technical support and customer-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop customer-specific emulation and prototyping requirements.
• Conduct technical evaluations and benchmark development.

Skills

Emulation

FPGA Prototyping

Technical Support

Customer Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Palladium

Protium

Job description

Join Cadence's Elite Verification Team

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

Join our elite application engineering team for verification to work closely with the best AEs, PEs, and R&D in EDA at a company listed in Fortune magazine and recognized as one of the 2021 World's Best Workplaces for the sixth time!

Role Overview

As an integral member of the North America Verification Field Applications Engineering (AE) Team, you will work directly with industry-leading semiconductor and system companies to deploy Cadence’s emulation and FPGA prototyping platforms, Palladium and Protium. This customer-facing role involves providing technical support during pre- and post-sales processes and collaborating with the account team to develop innovative solutions for complex emulation and prototyping challenges.

Responsibilities

1. Develop customer-specific emulation and prototyping requirements, including advanced acceleration component development.
2. Support methodology development, operation, and maintenance of Cadence’s emulation and prototyping tools and services.
3. Conduct technical evaluations and benchmark development for Cadence’s tools such as Palladium and Protium platforms.
4. Create and deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations to customers.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for California is $123,200 to $228,800, with potential eligibility for incentive compensation such as bonuses, equity, and benefits. Sales roles typically feature a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive structure. Compensation varies based on qualifications, skills, competencies, and location.

Our benefits include paid vacation and holidays, a 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, and various medical, dental, and vision options.

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