Principal Product Engineer; Analog Design Automation

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We are looking for a product engineer to drive the development and customer adoption of virtuoso AI‑driven layout automation flows.

This is a customer‑facing role that sits at the intersection of analog layout expertise, automation technology, and customer workflows, and plays a critical role in scaling next‑generation virtuoso automation flows.

We are looking for highly motivated and self‑driven engineers with:

• Strong hands‑on experience with analog / mixed‑signal layout
• Deep familiarity with the virtuoso custom design platform
• Exposure to layout automation, migration, or constraint‑driven flows
• Proven ability to work directly with customers, understand use‑cases, and articulate technical concepts clearly
• Scripting experience is a plus
• BS/MS degree in electrical/computer engineering (or related degree) with at least 5 years of relevant experience

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.

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.