Lead Software Engineer Interview Experience - San Jose, California
Process
My resume was referred to the manager. Later I got a phone call. It was a simple phone screen. After that there was an onsite interview. About 1-2 months later I got the offer.
Questions
Some c coding problems, what I did during my previous work. And some circuit and mathematic problems
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 9 interview experiences for the Cadence Design Systems Lead Software Engineer role in San Jose, California.
Success Rate
Cadence Design Systems's interview process for their Lead Software Engineer roles in San Jose, California is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Cadence Design Systems's Lead Software Engineer interview process in San Jose, California.
Cadence Design Systems Work Experiences
- 4.0It's a good place to work, with some caveatsLead Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, CaliforniaFebruary 6, 2024Pros: Company is growing, work-life balance is acceptableCons: Pay is on the lower end for the Bay Area, and career growth is not accelerated.
- 3.0Could be betterLead Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, CaliforniaAugust 23, 2023Pros: Great coworkers Decent work life balance Recharge holidaysCons: Below average compensation Too much legacy code and knowledge you gain on the job is not easily transferable Slow promotions Tasks can feel repetitive
- 4.0Supportive team, but inconsistent workload and no transport optionsLead Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, CaliforniaOctober 31, 2026Pros: Good team, good project scope, supportive managementCons: Some months are busier than others. There is no public transportation.
