Senior Deep Learning Performance Architect

Details

We are now seeking a Senior Deep Learning Performance Architect! NVIDIA is looking for outstanding Performance Architects with a background in performance analysis, performance modeling, and AI/deep learning to help analyze and develop the next generation of architectures that accelerate AI and high-performance computing applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative architectures to extend the state of the art in deep learning performance and efficiency.
• Analyze performance, cost and power trade-offs by developing analytical models, simulators and test suites.
• Understand and analyze the interplay of hardware and software architectures on future algorithms, programming models and applications.
• Evaluate PPA (performance, power, area) for hardware features and system level architectural trade-offs. Develop high level simulators in C++/Python.
• Actively collaborate with software, product and research teams to guide the direction of deep learning HW and SW.

Requirements

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of relevant meaningful work experience.
• Strong background in GPU or Deep Learning ASIC architecture for distributed training and/or inference spanning multi-chip/multi-node.
• Experience with performance modeling, architecture simulation, profiling, and analysis.
• Solid foundation in machine learning and deep learning, with understanding of modern transformer-based architectures and their performance at scale.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C, C++.

Ways to stand out

• Background with deep neural network training, inference and optimization in leading frameworks (e.g. PyTorch, JAX, TensorRT).
• Familiarity with advanced optimizations and SW/HW co-design in LLM training and inference.
• Exposure to using AI to accelerate software engineering.
• Demonstration of self-motivation and creative / critical thinking.

Compensation and benefits

• Base salary range (determined by location, experience, and pay of employees in similar positions):
  • Level 4: 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD per year
  • Level 5: 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD per year
• You will also be eligible for equity and benefits (see company benefits page).

Additional information

• Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 7, 2026.
• NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
• NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment.