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Executive Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

About the Role As an Executive Assistant & Office Manager , you will support our CEO and help keep ... This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a technical founder at an early-stage deep-tech ...

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Technical Account Director

New York, NY · On-site

Lead Ultimate Success engagements as the technical executive point of contact throughout the solution usage lifecycle. * Provide strategic mentorship and support the technical strategy with Adobe ...

Adobe

Technical Account Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

Lead Ultimate Success engagements as the technical executive point of contact throughout the solution usage lifecycle. * Provide strategic mentorship and support the technical strategy with Adobe ...

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Technical Account Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Lead Ultimate Success engagements as the technical executive point of contact throughout the solution usage lifecycle. * Provide strategic mentorship and support the technical strategy with Adobe ...

Clark

Executive Assistant, CEO

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Experience supporting a founder or technical executive * Experience with recruiting coordination or candidate communications * Experience managing investors, advisors, or customer-facing scheduling

Specter

Account Executive

San Francisco, CA · On-site

You own full-cycle sales: outbound prospecting, discovery, technical pitches and demos, pilot ... Executive-level discovery and pitching - run discovery with security, operations, and executive ...

S.E. SPECTER

Account Executive

San Francisco, CA

You own full-cycle sales: outbound prospecting, discovery, technical pitches and demos, pilot ... Executive-level discovery and pitching - run discovery with security, operations, and executive ...

Gong.io

$149K - $175K/yr

Proven ability to translate complex technical architectures into clear, concise documentation and communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical executive audiences.

Arya Health

Enterprise Account Executive

New York, NY · On-site

$240K - $320K/yr

Strong ability to build trust with both technical and non-technical executive sponsors * Operationally minded - you enjoy diagnosing workflow issues and proposing simple, elegant solutions

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How much do technical executive jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for technical executive in the United States is $93,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a technical executive balance strategic leadership with staying current on emerging technologies?

Technical Executives are expected to set the technology vision for their organization while also ensuring they remain up-to-date with rapidly evolving trends in their industry. This balancing act often involves delegating day-to-day technical operations to senior managers, while dedicating time to attend conferences, network with peers, and read industry publications. Successful Technical Executives foster a culture of innovation, encourage ongoing learning within their teams, and collaborate closely with both technical and business stakeholders to align technology initiatives with organizational goals.

What is a technical executive?

Technical Executives are senior leaders responsible for overseeing the technological direction and strategy of an organization. They play a key role in aligning technology initiatives with business goals, managing technical teams, and ensuring the successful implementation of innovative solutions. Their responsibilities often include setting technical standards, managing budgets, and collaborating with other executives to drive organizational growth. Technical Executives typically have extensive experience in both technology and leadership, making them essential for companies aiming to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a technical executive, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Technical Executive, you need an in-depth understanding of technology strategy, business acumen, and a relevant degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and certifications such as PMP or CISSP are often valuable. Visionary leadership, excellent communication, and decision-making skills distinguish top performers in this role. These abilities are crucial for aligning technology initiatives with business goals, driving innovation, and leading high-performing teams.
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Infographic showing various Technical Executive job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,552 per year, or $45 per hour.

Custom IC / Analog / RF design, Account Technical Executive for HPC accounts

Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

San Jose, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

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At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
Account Technical Executive (ATX) - Custom IC / Analog / RF (Virtuoso Platform)
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make a meaningful impact on the future of semiconductor design.
Position Overview
As an Account Technical Executive (ATX) focused on Custom IC / Analog / RF design, you will serve as the primary technical leader driving adoption and value realization of the Cadence Virtuoso Platform, including Virtuoso Layout Suite and associated Custom IC design flows.
You will partner closely with strategic sales teams and key customer stakeholders (design leads, CAD teams, and methodology owners) to solve complex custom IC design challenges, with a strong emphasis on layout implementation, analog and mixed-signal productivity, and advanced-node methodologies.
This role also plays a key part in driving next-generation design methodologies by leveraging AI-driven and agent-based workflows, helping customers adopt intelligent automation frameworks that enhance productivity, design quality, and time-to-market.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead technical engagement for Custom IC / Analog / RF design flows, with a primary focus on Virtuoso Layout Suite and the broader Virtuoso platform
  • Partner with customer design and CAD teams to optimize layout productivity, quality, and time-to-market
  • Drive adoption of advanced capabilities such as:
    • Constraint-driven and automation-assisted layout
    • Device-level and full-chip layout methodologies
    • Advanced node layout challenges (FinFET, GAA)
    • EM and IR-aware layout and parasitic extraction flows
  • Champion the integration of AI-driven design techniques, including:
    • Agentic AI workflows to automate design exploration, layout optimization, and verification tasks
    • AI-assisted decision-making for layout trade-offs including PPA, matching, and parasitics
  • Translate customer pain points into actionable requirements for R&D and product engineering
  • Provide technical leadership in methodology definition, flow development, and best practices
  • Influence competitive replacements and expand footprint of Cadence Custom IC solutions
  • Support executive-level discussions by linking technical value such as PPA, productivity, and risk reduction to business outcomes

Key Qualifications (Custom IC / Virtuoso + AI Focus)
Custom IC and Virtuoso Expertise
  • Deep hands-on experience with the Cadence Virtuoso Platform, including:
    • Virtuoso Layout Suite (XL, GXL, EXL)
    • Schematic-driven layout and LVS flows
    • DRC and physical verification integration
  • Strong knowledge of custom analog and mixed-signal layout techniques, including:
    • Device matching, symmetry, common centroid, and shielding
    • Parasitic-aware layout for high-performance analog and RF circuits
  • Experience with the Spectre simulation environment and layout-to-schematic integration
  • Familiarity with PCell development, layout automation, and scripting (SKILL preferred)

Agentic AI and Intelligent Design Automation
  • Strong understanding of AI and machine learning applications in semiconductor design, specifically:
    • Agentic AI frameworks such as multi-agent systems, goal-driven automation, and autonomous optimization
    • AI-assisted layout generation and design space exploration
    • Intelligent automation of repetitive design and verification tasks
  • Experience or demonstrated interest in:
    • Applying AI to EDA workflows, CAD flows, or design methodology optimization
    • Working with data-driven or reinforcement learning-based optimization approaches
  • Ability to bridge AI innovation with practical design flows, translating emerging technologies into deployable customer solutions

Design and Methodology Expertise
  • 5-10 or more years of experience in:
    • Custom IC, Analog, or RF design or layout engineering
    • Mixed-signal design flows at block and full-chip level
  • Deep understanding of:
    • Analog and RF design flows from schematic to signoff
    • Physical verification, extraction, and post-layout simulation
    • Advanced-node layout challenges and reliability considerations
  • Experience with layout productivity optimization and methodology deployment at scale

Customer Engagement and Leadership
  • Proven ability to:
    • Engage deeply with CAD teams, design leads, and senior technical leadership
    • Identify and articulate technical gaps and business impact
    • Drive alignment between customer roadmap and Cadence product direction
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate between deep technical detail and executive-level value

Position Requirements
  • BSEE required, MSEE or higher strongly preferred
  • 5-10 or more years of experience in Custom IC, Analog, or RF design or layout
  • Demonstrated expertise in Virtuoso-based design environments
  • Exposure to or strong interest in AI-driven design methodologies and agent-based automation frameworks
  • Strong collaboration and customer-facing experience
  • Ability to travel approximately 25 percent, primarily within North America

Location
San Jose
The annual salary range for California is $248,000 to $372,000. 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.
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