Software Engineer, Cad Automation

at Nvidia

📍 Santa Clara, United States

USD 136,000-264,500 per year

MIDDLE SENIOR

✅ On-site

Tech Stack
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Python @ 3

Details

NVIDIA is looking for a Software/CAD Automation Engineer to build solutions that boost productivity and efficiency of custom circuit designs, working with multi-functional teams to ensure design robustness across product lines.

Responsibilities

Work within a multi-functional team on various projects involving Pre-silicon and Post Silicon hardware design and related data
Support circuit design engineers to automate typical design tasks and improve efficiency
Build flows and methodology around vendor EDA tool and design collaterals to streamline design and verification workflows
Work closely with design engineers to support the existing development infrastructure, identify possible improvements and solutions
Employ good software engineering practices to develop complex and scalable systems

Requirements

MS in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience; PhD preferred
3+ years of experience in VLSI CAD flows and methodology
Prior experience and background in VLSI is required
Good programming skills in multiple languages (C++, Tcl, Python, Makefile or other scripting languages)
Good interpersonal skills, quick learner, proactive, innovative, highly motivated, and committed.

Ways to stand out from the crowd

Experience with design collaterals such as .v, .gv, .lib, gds, etc...
Enjoy working with multiple levels and teams across organizations
Effective interpersonal and technical presentation skills
Self-starter with passion for growth, real enthusiasm for continuous learning and sharing findings across the team