# Principal Product Engineer – Virtuoso Backend Flows at Cadence

- Company: Cadence
- What the company does: Cadence delivers remote patient monitoring and chronic disease management that improves outcomes and reduces cost at scale. Intelligent senior care that works better by working ahead. Backed by General Catalyst.
- Company website: https://www.cadence.care/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: SAN JOSE
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $137K to $254K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-23
- Apply by: 2026-11-07
- Apply: https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External_Careers/job/SAN-JOSE/Principal-Product-Engineer---Virtuoso-Backend-Flows_R55970
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/cadence-principal-product-engineer-virtuoso-backend-flows/

## About the role

The annual salary range for California is $136,500 to $253,500. 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.

## What they're looking for

- Strong experience in custom IC backend design, layout, and signoff flows
- Deep familiarity with Virtuoso layout environments and advanced-node methodologies
- Experience with automation and scripting using SKILL, Python, Perl, or UNIX Shell
- Ability to work directly with customers, understand technical challenges, and deliver effective solutions
- Experience troubleshooting complex issues and collaborating with R&D teams
- Strong communication, documentation, and training skills