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Senior System Simulation Architect

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA, Austin, TX, Hillsboro, OR, Durham, NC

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/10/2026

Compensation

$184,000 - $356,500 per year

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Job description

The Senior System Simulation Architect will join the CPU performance architecture team at NVIDIA, focusing on the development of CPU architectures to enhance performance in AI, deep learning, and high-performance computing. This role involves creating full-system functional models and integrating them with various frameworks and hardware. The architect will also support CPU architects and performance engineers in utilizing these models to drive next-generation CPU designs. This position is critical in pushing the performance boundaries of NVIDIA's CPU products.

Requirements

  • BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • 6 or more years of relevant experience
  • Excellent C/C++/Python programming skills
  • Experience in development of functional simulators and/or low-level software such as OS, firmware, and drivers
  • Excellent debugging skills for both system software/firmware and application software
  • Experience with the ARM ISA
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop full-system functional models capable of running complex multi-threaded heterogeneous workloads with a focus on the CPU subsystem.
  • Integrate functional models from various frameworks with RTL simulators and emulators, hardware, and detailed performance models.
  • Bring up system and application software in simulation and emulation, including firmware, Linux, drivers, benchmarks, and CPU/GPU workloads.
  • Port, extend, and develop system software to meet workload simulation needs.
  • Support CPU architects and performance engineers in their use of functional models, performance models, and emulation.

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.

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