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Director of Marketing and Business Development roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers can demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available through PERM labor certification. Advanced-degree professionals and those with progressive leadership experience are strong candidates for permanent sponsorship through the I-140 and adjustment of status process.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality. Cadence customers are the world’s most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health.
Job Overview
Cadence’s Cloud Business Development team is hiring for a Technical Business Development / Cloud Pre-sales / Product Marketing Director focused on North America region. This exciting role requires a passionate go-getter and doer who can work collaboratively with multiple cross-functional teams from product definition to go-to-market execution within a start-up like environment. The role is based in San Jose.
The primary responsibilities of this role include:
- Developing Cadence Cloud business by supporting customer engagements through strong technical acumen and by developing a pipeline of opportunities for cloud by working collaboratively with local field, sales, IT and R&D teams
- Driving pre-sales/technical sales engagements for all cloud opportunities
- Guiding the development of next generation cloud capabilities for EDA workflows with strong product management skills
- Driving cloud-based products, roadmaps and business models
- Evangelization of AI-driven EDA tools by leveraging hands-on experience building EDA flows for chip design
- Leveraging GenAI tools such as Co-pilot and other tools, improve customer interactions and technical pre-sales support
Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in technical sales/pre-sales/application engineering/technical product management in Systems/PLM/EDA domains
- Strong knowledge of computational mechanics tools in the EDA and/or PLM domains
- Strong understanding of the EDA ecosystem
- 10+ years of experience in developing and executing Go-to-market plans for new technologies and disruptive SaaS platform products
- 10+ years of experience in program/product management, and operationalization of new cloud-based projects
- Strong technical and business knowledge of SaaS technologies, cloud computing and cloud services in mechanical and electronic design segments
- Experience developing business models for cloud computing in the engineering domain
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to successfully influence customers and peers at an executive level
- Strong experience working with key decision makers and customers, ecosystem partners, sales, engineering and IT to drive success in the marketplace
- Proven track record of driving the end-to-end development of Cloud based products and delivering to customers
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Understanding of tools & flows for PCB design, Multiphysics modeling and simulation, end-to-end mechanical and electronic design industry processes
- MBA (Masters in Business Administration) will be a plus
- Experience working with High-Tech industry customers from start-ups to enterprise
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams of internal and external partners and customers
- Ability to synthesize unstructured data and present recommendations successfully to senior management
- Ability to translate customer and industry requirements and trends into product roadmaps, solutions, and business growth
- Experience with AI-driven customer engagement tools: Hands-on experience leveraging AI-powered customer engagement solutions (such as generative AI chatbots, conversational AI agents, or AI-driven customer support platforms) to improve customer interactions and technical pre-sales support. Familiarity with using AI to deliver hyper-personalized, proactive customer experiences is a strong plus.
- Expertise in AI-enhanced cloud solutions: Experience working with cloud platforms or products that integrate AI/ML capabilities (e.g. cloud services enhanced by generative AI or analytics). Candidates with a track record of deploying or promoting AI-enhanced cloud solutions – for instance, utilizing generative AI features in SaaS or cloud offerings to achieve superior performance or efficiency – will have an advantage
Compensation
- The annual salary range for California is $161,000 to $299,000. 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.
We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality. Cadence customers are the world’s most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health.
Job Overview
Cadence’s Cloud Business Development team is hiring for a Technical Business Development / Cloud Pre-sales / Product Marketing Director focused on North America region. This exciting role requires a passionate go-getter and doer who can work collaboratively with multiple cross-functional teams from product definition to go-to-market execution within a start-up like environment. The role is based in San Jose.
The primary responsibilities of this role include:
- Developing Cadence Cloud business by supporting customer engagements through strong technical acumen and by developing a pipeline of opportunities for cloud by working collaboratively with local field, sales, IT and R&D teams
- Driving pre-sales/technical sales engagements for all cloud opportunities
- Guiding the development of next generation cloud capabilities for EDA workflows with strong product management skills
- Driving cloud-based products, roadmaps and business models
- Evangelization of AI-driven EDA tools by leveraging hands-on experience building EDA flows for chip design
- Leveraging GenAI tools such as Co-pilot and other tools, improve customer interactions and technical pre-sales support
Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in technical sales/pre-sales/application engineering/technical product management in Systems/PLM/EDA domains
- Strong knowledge of computational mechanics tools in the EDA and/or PLM domains
- Strong understanding of the EDA ecosystem
- 10+ years of experience in developing and executing Go-to-market plans for new technologies and disruptive SaaS platform products
- 10+ years of experience in program/product management, and operationalization of new cloud-based projects
- Strong technical and business knowledge of SaaS technologies, cloud computing and cloud services in mechanical and electronic design segments
- Experience developing business models for cloud computing in the engineering domain
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to successfully influence customers and peers at an executive level
- Strong experience working with key decision makers and customers, ecosystem partners, sales, engineering and IT to drive success in the marketplace
- Proven track record of driving the end-to-end development of Cloud based products and delivering to customers
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Understanding of tools & flows for PCB design, Multiphysics modeling and simulation, end-to-end mechanical and electronic design industry processes
- MBA (Masters in Business Administration) will be a plus
- Experience working with High-Tech industry customers from start-ups to enterprise
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams of internal and external partners and customers
- Ability to synthesize unstructured data and present recommendations successfully to senior management
- Ability to translate customer and industry requirements and trends into product roadmaps, solutions, and business growth
- Experience with AI-driven customer engagement tools: Hands-on experience leveraging AI-powered customer engagement solutions (such as generative AI chatbots, conversational AI agents, or AI-driven customer support platforms) to improve customer interactions and technical pre-sales support. Familiarity with using AI to deliver hyper-personalized, proactive customer experiences is a strong plus.
- Expertise in AI-enhanced cloud solutions: Experience working with cloud platforms or products that integrate AI/ML capabilities (e.g. cloud services enhanced by generative AI or analytics). Candidates with a track record of deploying or promoting AI-enhanced cloud solutions – for instance, utilizing generative AI features in SaaS or cloud offerings to achieve superior performance or efficiency – will have an advantage
Compensation
- The annual salary range for California is $161,000 to $299,000. 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Director of Marketing and Business Development
Align your credentials with EB-2 requirements
An advanced degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field positions you for EB-2 eligibility. If you hold a bachelor's degree, documented progressive experience totaling five years in director-level roles can substitute under PERM classification guidelines.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Search for Director of Marketing and Business Development roles at companies that have previously completed PERM labor certifications. Migrate Mate's job board lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus outreach on organizations already familiar with the process.
Request a prevailing wage review before accepting offers
Your employer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and occupation before filing PERM. Cross-reference the OFLC Wage Search using the SOC code for Marketing Managers or General and Operations Managers to verify your offer aligns before negotiations close.
Understand how PERM recruitment shapes your timeline
PERM requires your employer to run a compliant recruitment test, including job postings and documentation that no qualified U.S. workers applied. This process typically precedes your I-140 by several months, so align your start date expectations with your sponsoring employer accordingly.
Secure your priority date as early as possible
Your priority date is set when PERM is filed with the DOL, not when USCIS approves your I-140. For nationals of high-demand countries like India or China, backlogs can be significant, so starting the PERM process promptly after hire reduces your overall wait for a visa number.
Prepare for AC21 portability before your I-485 clears
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or similar occupation without restarting your green card case. Keep your O*NET occupation profile documentation current in case you need to demonstrate role similarity.
Green Card Director of Marketing and Business Development: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Marketing and Business Development role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories can apply. EB-2 fits candidates with an advanced degree in marketing, business, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in director-level roles. EB-3 covers professionals with a qualifying bachelor's degree. Your employer and immigration attorney determine which category best fits your credentials and the role's requirements before filing PERM.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the DOL, where your employer must document that no qualified U.S. workers are available. After PERM approval, your employer files an I-140 with USCIS. You then wait for a visa number based on your priority date before filing for adjustment of status or pursuing consular processing. H-1B visa sponsorship, by contrast, grants temporary work authorization without permanent residence rights.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a Director of Marketing and Business Development green card?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history, letting you identify companies that have completed PERM filings for marketing and business development roles. Targeting employers already familiar with the PERM process reduces the risk of encountering organizations unwilling to absorb the legal and administrative costs of a first-time sponsorship.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a director-level marketing role?
Your employer files PERM with the DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment test, which includes job postings and documentation that no qualified U.S. workers applied for the position. The employer must also obtain a prevailing wage determination through the OFLC Wage Search before filing. Only after DOL certifies the PERM application can your employer file the I-140 petition with USCIS on your behalf.
Can I change employers after my green card case is filed?
Yes, under AC21 portability, once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more you can move to a new employer offering a same or similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. Your priority date, established when your PERM was originally filed, can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 once the original I-140 was approved, which can significantly reduce your wait time.