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Circuit Characterization Engineer
full-timeSanta Clara$116k - $218k

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Location

Santa Clara

Salary

$116k - $218k

Type

full-time

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About this role

NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are hard to solve, that only we can tackle, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human imagination and intelligence. Make the choice, join our diverse team today!

Working the Silicon Solutions Group at NVIDIA, you will be responsible for productizing NVIDIA's chips into groundbreaking consumer, professional, server, mobile, and automotive solutions. The qualified candidate should be comfortable in a lab environment and should demonstrate a passion towards creation, execution and improvement of silicon validation plans.

What you will be doing:

  • As a Silicon Circuit Characterization engineer for NVIDIA's family of chips and products, you will participate in silicon bringup & post-silicon characterization of new silicon to optimize performance, power, yield, and quality to define the world’s fastest products.

  • Build methodologies to characterize Analog, digital and Mixed Signal circuits, silicon features, correlate silicon behavior with simulations.      

  • Design tools to improve execution efficiency to facilitate the ability to work simultaneously on multiple products.  

  • Find creative solutions to complex silicon and system level problems and be on the frontline to lead show-stopper bugs, in order to enable product shipment.

  • Work closely with other engineering teams to determine coverage needs and constraints.

  • Drive design improvements for future product based on what is found in the lab.

What we need to see:

  • BS or MS degree in EE/CE or equivalent experience.

  • 3+ years of relevant experience in silicon bring-up and post silicon validation activities.

  • Excellent problem solving, collaborative, and interpersonal skills. Experience working with offshore teams preferred.

  • Knowledge of chip and board level dI/dt analysis/mitigation techniques and board PDN design background is highly desirable.

  • Hands-on experience with silicon bringup, frequency and power characterization, Tester to System correlation, lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, DAQ, Spectrum Analyzers).

  • Exposure to critical path analysis, power analysis, process technologies, transistor/device physics, silicon reliability and aging mechanisms.

  • Familiarity with Python, C/C++, tool and script development

  • Background with power supply and substrate noise analysis and mitigation.

  • Exposure to digital design, circuit analysis, computer architecture, BIOS, drivers, and software applications.

Ways to stand out above the crowd:

  • Deep understanding of technology and passionate about what you do

  • Strong collaborative and communication skills, specifically a shown ability to effectively guide and influence within a dynamic environment

  • Strive to be a standout colleague and be ready to work with global teams from diverse cultural backgrounds in a high energy environment

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 116,000 USD - 189,750 USD for Level 2, and 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 3.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until January 27, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Other facts

Tech stack
Silicon Bring-Up,Post-Silicon Validation,Problem Solving,Collaborative Skills,Interpersonal Skills,Analog Circuits,Digital Circuits,Mixed Signal Circuits,Python,C/C++,Lab Equipment,Power Analysis,Circuit Analysis,Computer Architecture,BIOS,Drivers

About NVIDIA

Since its founding in 1993, NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) has been a pioneer in accelerated computing. The company’s invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined computer graphics, ignited the era of modern AI and is fueling the creation of the metaverse. NVIDIA is now a full-stack computing company with data-center-scale offerings that are reshaping industry.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Computer Hardware Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1993

What you'll do

  • As a Silicon Circuit Characterization Engineer, you will participate in silicon bring-up and post-silicon characterization to optimize performance, power, yield, and quality. You will also build methodologies to characterize circuits and drive design improvements based on lab findings.

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What does NVIDIA pay for a Circuit Characterization Engineer?

NVIDIA offers a competitive compensation package for the Circuit Characterization Engineer role. The salary range is USD 116k - 219k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Circuit Characterization Engineer do at NVIDIA?

As a Circuit Characterization Engineer at NVIDIA, you will: as a Silicon Circuit Characterization Engineer, you will participate in silicon bring-up and post-silicon characterization to optimize performance, power, yield, and quality. You will also build methodologies to characterize circuits and drive design improvements based on lab findings..

Why join NVIDIA as a Circuit Characterization Engineer?

NVIDIA is a leading Computer Hardware Manufacturing company. The Circuit Characterization Engineer role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Circuit Characterization Engineer position at NVIDIA remote?

The Circuit Characterization Engineer position at NVIDIA is based in Santa Clara, California, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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