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NVIDIA

VLSI Physical Design (CAD) Engineer

NVIDIA
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mid full-time

First indexed 15 Sept 2026

Description

NVIDIA is seeking VLSI Physical Design (CAD) Engineers to develop in-house tools and solutions, automate flows, and improve performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in VLSI physical design, programming skills in C/C++/Python/Perl, and knowledge of device models, processing technology, timing, noise, and power in chip design.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop in-house tools and solutions
  • Automate flows, ensure quality control, and improve performance of NVIDIA's VLSI Physical Design flow
  • Collaborate with EDA vendors to evaluate and improve tools

Requirements:

  • Pursuing MS/PhD in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
  • Proficient in C/C++/Python/Perl
  • Basic knowledge of device models, processing technology, timing, noise, and power in chip design

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Analytical ability in placement, routing, timing, clock, power, noise, and DFM
  • Experience with mathematical algorithms and data structures for VLSI CAD
  • Hands-on experience with EDA software from Synopsys, Cadence, ANSYS, etc.
  • Experience with deep learning/machine learning projects

NVIDIA offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package.