Sales Director

Cadence Design Systems

. Lead and inspire a team of high-performance AX and ATXs .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing technical teams and driving customer-focused solutions within the EDA software industry. Proven ability to consult on complex design requirements and foster strong customer relationships to achieve business objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

BSEE/MSEE8+ Years Experience5+ Years Managing Technical TeamsDesign Flow ExpertiseWorking Knowledge of EDA Business Processes

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

IC DesignSystem DesignDesign Flow ExpertiseTechnical ConsultingSolution Architecture

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsNegotiation SkillsConflict ResolutionInfluencing SkillsCross Organizational Advocacy

Tools & Technologies

Cadence EDA SoftwareIP HardwareDesign Services

Industry Keywords

Sales Pipeline ManagementCustomer Relationship ManagementTechnical Solutions IntegrationBusiness Process Consulting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and inspire a team of high-performance AX and ATXs
Closely coordinate activities to maintain and build a robust sales pipeline
Meet or exceed quarterly and annual booking targets
Consult with clients on design and system requirements
Help architect customer requirements into differentiated solutions
Provide guidance on the technical and business benefits of Cadence’s EDA software, IP, hardware, and design services
Foster and grow customer relationships throughout all levels of customer organizations
Connect Cadence solutions with customer problems and business challenges
Ensure roadmap alignment for long-term success

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSEE/MSEE with 8+ years of experience in related field with proven track record of success
5+ years of experience managing technical and/or engineering teams
Design flow expertise and application related to the types of products in the Cadence product portfolio, including IC and System design
Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to negotiate, influence, resolve conflicts and consult at senior and executive customer levels
Ability to partner with and advise customers on business issues, highly technical and complex solutions and integration challenges
Strong cross organizational skills to advocate on the customer’s behalf to internal Cadence technical and business stakeholders
Working knowledge of software, IP and EDA business processes is mandatory