Lead Design Engineer

SAN JOSE Until 8/21/2026 4+ years exp First posted June 1, 2026 Last posted June 1, 2026
Job description

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

Job Description:

  • Lead cutting-edge electrical and functional validation for next-generation DDR interfaces such as DDR5, LPDDR5, LPDDR6, HBM4 and GDDR7.
  • Design and execute innovative testing strategies to accelerate post-silicon bring-up.
  • Transform raw data into actionable insights through advanced analysis and visualization.
  • Resolve complex issues by driving JIRA-based debug workflows and collaborating across teams.
  • Deliver high-impact characterization reports that influence product decisions and customer success.
  • Automate using Python for validation, data processing, and reporting.
  • Be the go-to expert for customer DDR IP challenges, ensuring rapid debug and world-class technical support.

Experience:

M. Tech + 4 years’ experience or B. Tech with 6 years’ experience.

The annual salary range for California is $114,800 to $213,200. 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. Our benefits programs include: 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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About this role

Summary

Lead electrical validation and testing for DDR interfaces; analyze data and automate workflows.

Job title

Lead Design Engineer

Experience level

B. Tech with 6 years’ experience or M. Tech + 4 years' experience

Minimum experience

4+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Candidates in San Jose, remote work not specified.

Salary

$115k–$213k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

validationdata analysisPythonJIRAdebug

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

electrical validationfunctional validationDDR interfacesdata analysisPython automation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Jose, CA, USA

Work arrangement unknown City