Job Description

Nvidia is seeking a Senior SOC/IP Methodology Engineer to design and architect next-generation custom SoC/IP solutions. The role involves developing methodologies, collaborating with internal and external partners, and ensuring high-quality integration of IP and SoC designs.

Requirements

Masters with 8+ years of experience or BS with 10+ years of equivalent experience
Extensive leadership experience as a Methodology and Technical expert in physical design
Experience in SOC development and customer-focused environments
Experience handling complex IP ecosystems with internal and external partners
Proven hands-on experience with RTL-to-GDSII tool flows and EDA tools
Understanding of full flow including DFT and BIST
Proven abilities to optimize methodology and flows for high productivity
Strong background in Synthesis, CTS, Power Optimization, Placement and Route methods
Strong scripting skills in Python, Perl, and Tcl

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize semi-custom RTL to GDS methodologies
Collaborate with internal and external partners on SOC/IP requirements
Drive technical design reviews and improve development processes
Ensure results and handoffs to and from customers
Drive early PPA on customer IP and conduct what-if experiments
Carry out floorplan experiments to drive area estimates
Work with Nvidia PD design methodology team for best methodologies
Collaborate with external ASIC companies for design outsourcing

Benefits

Employees at NVIDIA are often offered comprehensive, day-one benefits—including medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(k) with auto-enrollment. Many roles also have generous time off and holidays, donation matching (up to $10,000), and a wide menu of extras like FSAs, commuter benefits, legal and identity-theft protection, pet insurance, and wellness discounts. Optional programs can include student-loan and home-purchase support, plus family care resources and expert medical services.