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NVIDIA

Senior ASIC Physical Design Engineer, Cache Coherent Interconnects

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senior full-time Santa Clara, CA

First indexed 11 Aug 2026

Description

As a member of our CPU Cache Coherent Interconnects Design Team, you will be responsible for the physical design of CPU on-chip interconnect network and last-level caches, working on implementation, synthesis and timing closure while collaborating closely with the logic design team on micro-architecture definition and feasibility.

This position offers the opportunity to have real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company impacting product lines ranging from consumer graphics to self-driving cars and the growing field of artificial intelligence.

Responsibilities:

  • As a member of our CPU team, you'll be responsible for synthesis and achieving timing, area, performance and power goals of the on-chip interconnect network and last-level caches.
  • Help evaluate the physical design for next-generation Nvidia coherent interconnects and system-level caches.

Requirements:

  • Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in processor or other related high-performance semiconductor designs.
  • Physical design expertise in high-frequency design, including hands-on synthesis experience, timing analysis, floor-planning and in-depth knowledge of industry standard physical design tools is required.
  • Experience in interconnect/cache/core design is desirable.
  • Verilog expertise is preferred as is a deep understanding of ASIC design flow including RTL design and verification, DFT, and ECO.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required along with the ability to work in a dynamic, global team.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.