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ASIC Physical Design Engineer, Netlisting - New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA

Location

USA (Multiple Locations)

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/10/2026

Compensation

$116,000 - $218,500 per year

Master's Entry-Level
PhD Entry-Level
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Job description

NVIDIA is seeking a motivated ASIC Physical Design Engineer, Netlisting to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on the physical design of high-frequency and low-power CPUs, GPUs, and SoCs, emphasizing netlist-related aspects. The engineer will work in a diverse and supportive environment, contributing to innovative projects that define the next era of computing. This position offers an opportunity to challenge oneself and make a significant impact in the field of AI and computing.

Requirements

  • Master's or PhD degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge in logic equivalence checking and formal verification from RTL to tapeout with industry-standard tools.
  • Understanding of hardware architecture and hands-on skills in RTL/logic design for timing closure.
  • Experience in clock-domain-crossing checking and MTBF analysis with EDA tools or in-house tools.
  • Background with logic synthesis at either block or full-chip level.
  • In-depth knowledge of industry standard EDA tools in related fields.
  • Experience in programming and scripting languages such as Perl, TCL, Make, and Python.

Responsibilities

  • Drive physical design of high-frequency and low-power CPUs, GPUs, and SoCs at various levels.
  • Focus on netlist-related aspects such as equivalence checking and asynchronous checking.
  • Help in ECO generation and implementation.
  • Conduct logic synthesis and netlist quality checks.

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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