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NVIDIA

Software Engineer, CAD Automation

NVIDIA
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onsite mid full-time Santa Clara

First indexed 5 Jun 2026

Description

We are seeking a Software/CAD Automation Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be building solutions to boost productivity and efficiency of our custom circuit designs. You will engage with multi-functional teams to ensure the robustness of the designs that will have a direct impact across all product lines.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Working within a multi-functional team on various projects involving pre-silicon and post-silicon hardware design and related data
  • Supporting circuit design engineers to automate typical design tasks and improve efficiency
  • Building flows and methodology around vendor EDA tool and design collaterals to streamline design and verification workflows
  • Working closely with design engineers to support the existing development infrastructure, identify possible improvements and solutions
  • Employing good software engineering practices to develop complex and scalable systems

Requirements include:

  • 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, innovative, highly motivated, and committed

Preferred qualifications include:

  • Experience with design collaterals such as .v, .gv, .lib, gds, etc...
  • Enjoy working with multiple levels and teams across organizations
  • Effective interpersonal and technical presentation skills
  • Self-starter with passion for growth, real enthusiasm for continuous learning and sharing findings across the team
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