About this role
Cadence is seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Sr Principal Product Engineer to drive the Go-To-Market (GTM) strategy and manage customer engagements for their agentic AI product suite. This role acts as a nexus between cutting-edge technology and customer business needs, requiring a blend of deep technical expertise in AI-driven chip design and strong business acumen. Responsibilities include managing end-to-end customer engagements, serving as a strategic bridge between customers, Field Application Engineers (FAEs), and R&D, and operationalizing feedback. You will articulate product value propositions, ROI, and competitive differentiation to engineering leaders, engage with early adopters to translate requirements into roadmaps, and develop high-impact technical collateral and deployment playbooks. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field with at least 12 years of experience. Proven expertise in Product Engineering, Technical Marketing, or FAE roles within the semiconductor or EDA industry is essential. Candidates must possess a solid foundation in ASIC design flows, hardware verification (Verilog, SystemVerilog), and an understanding of modern ML/LLM technologies. A demonstrated track record of managing complex technical customer engagements and executing GTM initiatives is required, alongside exceptional communication skills. An MBA or equivalent business experience is considered a strong plus. The role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology within a collaborative, innovative environment focused on employee well-being and career development.