NVIDIA

Technology

SoftwareEngineer,CADAutomation

$136–265k Santa Clara, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Software Engineer, CAD Automation at NVIDIA. Skills: CAD Automation, VLSI, Software Engineering. Build solutions to boost productivity. Build solutions to boost efficiency”

What You'll Achieve.

Boost productivity; Boost efficiency; Ensure robustness of designs; Streamline design; Streamline verification

Industry & Context.

Technology

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years of experience in VLSI CAD flows, Prior experience and background in VLSI, Good programming skills in multiple languages, MS in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent

Nice to Have

PhD preferred, Experience with design collaterals, Enjoy working with multiple levels and teams, Effective interpersonal and technical presentation skills, Self-starter with passion for growth, Real enthusiasm for continuous learning, Sharing findings across the team

What You'll Do.

Build solutions to boost productivity

Build solutions to boost efficiency

Engage with multi-functional teams

Ensure robustness of designs

Work on Pre-silicon hardware design

Work on Post Silicon hardware design

Support circuit design engineers

Automate typical design tasks

Build flows around vendor EDA tool

Build methodology around vendor EDA tool

Streamline design workflows

Streamline verification workflows

Support existing development infrastructure

Identify possible improvements

Identify possible solutions

Employ good software engineering practices

Develop complex systems

Develop scalable systems

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multi-functional team; Multiple levels and teams

Communication Scope

Technical presentation

Full Job Description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world. We are currently looking for a Software/CAD Automation Engineer to join our team! In this role you'll be building solutions to boost productivity and efficiency of our custom circuit designs. You will be engaging with multi-functional teams to ensure the robustness of the designs that will have direct impact across all product lines. **What you 'll be doing:** * 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 **What we need to see:** * 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, i

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