VLSI CAD Engineer

at Nvidia
📍 Santa Clara, United States
USD 136,000-264,500 per year
MIDDLE SENIOR
✅ On-site

SCRAPED

Used Tools & Technologies

Not specified

Required Skills & Competences ?

Python @ 3 Bash @ 3 Perl @ 3

Details

Today, we are tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which NVIDIA’s GPUs act as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what has never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you will be immersed in a diverse, encouraging environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work.

We are looking for a Software/CAD engineer to join a team developing custom circuits that help power NVIDIA’s next generation of AI chips. You will create novel flows for circuit design and verification to help expedite chip development.

Responsibilities

  • Develop scalable CAD solutions for a dynamic roadmap.
  • Employ good software engineering practices to develop efficient EDA/CAD tools for chip development.
  • Build flows and methodology around vendor EDA tools to streamline circuit design and verification workflows.
  • Support circuit design engineers to automate design tasks.
  • Work closely with design and CAD engineers to support the existing development infrastructure, identify improvements and solutions.
  • Collaborate with multiple teams across geographies: circuit design, layout, technology teams, and 3rd party EDA tool vendors.

Requirements

  • MS in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of CAD flow development and design methodology experience in VLSI.
  • Good programming skills in multiple languages (Bash, TCL, Python, Perl, Makefile).
  • Prior experience with development, testing and deployment of EDA tools.
  • Self-starter with passion for growth, enthusiasm for continuous learning, and willingness to share findings across the team.

Preferred / Ways to stand out

  • Experience working with industry-standard EDA tools like HSPICE, PrimeSim-XA, ESP, NanoTime/PrimeTime, Totem/SeaHawk.
  • Knowledge of DC/Transient analysis, cross-corner PVT and Monte Carlo simulations.
  • Previous work in VLSI, ASIC, or EDA.
  • Ability to use the latest AI tools to improve design productivity.
  • Experience in evaluating CAD products and driving EDA vendors to meet the team’s requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary ranges (determined by location, experience, and peer pay):
    • Level 3: 136,000 USD - 212,750 USD per year
    • Level 4: 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD per year
  • Eligibility for equity and benefits (link to NVIDIA benefits provided in original posting).

Additional information

  • Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 3, 2025.
  • NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer and committed to fostering a diverse work environment.