principal software engineering Principal Engineer tech_leadership · Posted Apr 20, 2026
$154,000 – $286,000
USD per year

About this role

Cadence Design Systems is hiring a principal-level Principal Engineer in the software engineering function based in San Jose, CA. The posting calls out experience with Design Systems. Compensation is listed at $154,000–$286,000 per year.

Role
Principal Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
principal
Track
Tech leadership
Employment
Full-time
Location
San Jose, CA
Posted
Apr 20, 2026

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