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Sr Hardware Sales Executive I

5 days ago San Jose, CA

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

The Cadence North America sales organization continues to grow the Hardware assisted verification segment with Cadence's Palladium and Protium products and is currently looking for a sales leader to continue this strong Hardware solution growth with our customers and prospects.

In this role you will work closely with Account Executives and Applications Engineering management, coordinating sales efforts to address Hardware assisted verification opportunities with automotive, AI/ML, 5G, Hyperscalers and other high growth market segments. The candidate will have a strong sales background, strong leadership abilities, success working in a matrix environment, along with technical background with semiconductor / electronics systems simulation solutions. These experiences will be leveraged to help educate sales teams and drive successful hardware sales campaigns for both existing and new customers.

Ideal Requirements:

  • 10 plus years of experience in either the semiconductor or electronics systems ecosystem
  • 5 plus years of direct sales and business development experience
  • Experience forecasting (SFDC) and achieving quarterly Booking and Revenue goals
  • Ability in structuring, negotiating, and closing hardware product contracts
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills
  • Self-motivated and results-driven
  • Creative business thinking
  • Western US time zone based
  • Ability to travel

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Client-provided location(s): San Jose, CA
Job ID: Cadence-R51878
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-11-18T18:38:25

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Health Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion