Software Engineer Interview Experience - San Jose, California
Process
I had six interviews in a row on the same day, and questions that I was asked were not that difficult. I think as long as you know algorithms well, you will be fine. Hr contacted me two days later after the onsite interview, and I got an offer within a week.
Questions
What is the biggest project you have ever done?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 16 interview experiences for the Cadence Design Systems Software Engineer role in San Jose, California.
Success Rate
Cadence Design Systems's interview process for their 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 Software Engineer interview process in San Jose, California.
Cadence Design Systems Work Experiences
- 3.0Lots of OffshoringSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSan Jose, CaliforniaOctober 4, 2025Pros: Extra days off, good benefits and sick days, company expandingCons: New hires were mainly in India, not the U.S., even though the company headquarters are in California.
- 5.0Good companySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, CaliforniaFebruary 2, 2026Pros: There is a great work-life balance. Colleagues and bosses are very nice without being pushy. My department has fun activities like outside gaming and dining from time to time, grouping people together and having fun.Cons: Stocks are comparatively less than FAANG companies. Only some chocolate bars are offered in my onsite office. They cancelled the weekly fruits and nuts this year and I don't know why.
- 5.0Amazing cultureSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, CaliforniaJanuary 12, 2023Pros: Super good W/L balance, amazing managers and teammates. Everybody is super helpful and works really hard to ensure you have a good time.Cons: Small(er) niche, and supposedly it's easy to get roped in for life. Not many small "modern" benefits (free food, casual social areas, napping pods, free soda, that type of stuff). Larger benefits are great though.
