Senior LLVM Compiler Engineer

Details

We are looking for an experienced LLVM Compiler Engineer to join the GPU Software organization working on compiler components for NVIDIA GPUs. The team delivers features and improvements for a broad set of computational workloads including deep learning, scientific computation, self-driving cars, and graphics workloads for AAA games. The role involves working on core compiler components used by graphics drivers and for accelerating general-purpose computation on the GPU, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to open-source projects such as LLVM.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement significant parts of the compiler.
• Perform performance analysis and design/implement new optimizations.
• Partner with global compiler, GPU driver, Developer Tools, architecture, and application teams.
• Identify and solve interesting and meaningful compilation problems for state-of-the-art GPU technologies.
• Contribute to open-source projects (e.g., LLVM).

Requirements

• BS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering (PhD strongly preferred) or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience with a strong background in compilers.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills.
• Deep understanding of parallel programming models.
• Experience with compiler optimizations and working with LLVM infrastructure.

Ways to stand out

• Experience developing CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL, or Vulkan applications.
• Experience developing compiler optimizations and code generation for GPUs.
• Background developing compiler support for Developer Tools capabilities utilizing DWARF.
• Experience contributing to or working closely with the LLVM community.
• Ability to perform code generation and build a robust compiler framework.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary (range listed below), eligibility for equity, and a generous benefits package.
• NVIDIA emphasizes a diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation & Application

• The base salary range is 148,000 USD - 235,750 USD. Final base salary will be determined based on location, experience, and pay of employees in similar positions.
• You will also be eligible for equity and benefits (see NVIDIA benefits page).
• Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 16, 2025.