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Senior CPU Design Engineer
full-timeHillsboro, Westford, Austin$196k - $310k

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Location

Hillsboro, Westford, Austin

Salary

$196k - $310k

Type

full-time

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About this role

We are looking for a Senior CPU Design Engineer! NVIDIA is seeking best-in-class CPU Design Engineers to design the world’s leading CPUs. This position offers you the opportunity to have a real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company, designing for product lines ranging from consumer graphics to self-driving cars and the growing field of artificial intelligence. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are hard to pursue, that only we can take on, and that matter to the world. We have crafted a team of excellent people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the platform for the future of computing. 

The NVIDIA CPU team is looking for inquisitive, motivated engineers with design experience to build ground-breaking CPUs. As a senior member of our design team, you will be responsible for the micro-architecture, design and implementation of high-performance, low power CPUs. You will work closely with fellow design engineers, architects, verification engineers, and physical design engineers to accomplish your tasks. 

Whatyouwillbedoing: 

  • Drive the micro-architecture definition, feasibility studies and documentation of CPU sub-systems. 

  • Implement in RTL and coordinate execution with the verification team to ensure that the design is functional. 

  • Exercise logic design skills to optimize and meet performance, timing and power targets. 

  • Deliver a synthesis/timing clean design while working with the physical design team ensuring a routable and physically implementable design. 

  • Support hardware engineering activities including chip floor plan, power/clock distribution, chip assembly, timing closure, power and noise analysis, and back-end verification. 

  • Develop flows and tools as necessary in support of design activities. 

Whatweneedtosee: 

  • BS or MS in electrical engineering or computer engineering (or equivalent experience). 

  • 8+ years of proven experience in micro-architecture and RTL development of complex, high speed designs, ideally in CPU subsystems. 

  • Exposure to Computer Architecture and Digital Systems design. 

  • Highly proficient in logic design, Verilog and/or SystemVerilog, with a deep understanding of physical design and VLSI. 

  • Strengths in scripting languages such as Perl, Python. 

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills. 

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We employ some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world. Are you passionate about becoming a part of an outstanding team supporting the latest in CPU technology? If so, we want to hear from you. 

#LI-Hybrid 

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4, and 196,000 USD - 310,500 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until January 13, 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
CPU Design,Micro-Architecture,RTL Development,Logic Design,Verilog,SystemVerilog,Physical Design,VLSI,Scripting,Perl,Python,Communication,Interpersonal Skills

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

  • Drive the micro-architecture definition and implementation of high-performance, low power CPUs. Collaborate with design engineers, architects, and verification teams to ensure functional designs.

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What does NVIDIA pay for a Senior CPU Design Engineer?

NVIDIA offers a competitive compensation package for the Senior CPU Design Engineer role. The salary range is USD 196k - 311k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Senior CPU Design Engineer do at NVIDIA?

As a Senior CPU Design Engineer at NVIDIA, you will: drive the micro-architecture definition and implementation of high-performance, low power CPUs. Collaborate with design engineers, architects, and verification teams to ensure functional designs..

Why join NVIDIA as a Senior CPU Design Engineer?

NVIDIA is a leading Computer Hardware Manufacturing company. The Senior CPU Design Engineer role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Senior CPU Design Engineer position at NVIDIA remote?

The Senior CPU Design Engineer position at NVIDIA is based in Hillsboro, Oregon, United States and Westford, Massachusetts, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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