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# Sr. Principal SW Engineer, 3DIC P&R & AI-driven EDA Automation

San Jose Senior individual contributor $154,000 to $286,000 Operations 

Listed on Cadence Design’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Cadence Design’s careers site →](https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/SAN-JOSE/Software-Architect--3DIC-P-R---AI-driven-EDA-Automation_R54854)

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## Job description

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

### Job Description

Product Engineer for Integrity 3D-IC. Developing interfaces and integrating various Cadence tools and engines into the Integrity 3D-IC platform. Working closely with R&D group to develop, integrate and enhance 3D-IC solutions, including 3D-IC system planning, implementation, and analysis/verification, and Agentic AI applications. Collaborating with the field teams in customer engagement and providing technical support and guidance.

Communicating and coordinating with multiple R&D groups and field teams to enable 3D-IC solutions to customers.

### Position Requirements

BS degree with 10+ years or MS degree and 5+ years of engineering work experience in the semiconductor industry. Experience in physical implementation, place-and-route, and signoff tools. Familiar with Cadence digital flows and advanced packaging design with Allegro Package Designer. Knowledge and experience in 3D-IC system planning, implementation, analysis, and signoff flows is a plus Hands-on experience in scripting languages, such as TCL, Perl, YAML, and Python.

Good trouble-shooting and technical documentation skills. A self-motivated, proactive leaner and team player, with excellent communication skills and a customer-oriented attitude. The annual salary range for California is $154,000 to $286,000. 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. We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Not stated
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 7 days
- Location: San Jose
- Pay: $154,000 to $286,000[Apply on Cadence Design’s careers site →](https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/SAN-JOSE/Software-Architect--3DIC-P-R---AI-driven-EDA-Automation_R54854)

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