Senior C++ Software Engineer - Chip Design Tools
NVIDIASenior C++ Software Engineer - Chip Design Tools
NVIDIALocation
Santa Clara, CA, Westford, MA, Austin, TX, Durham, NC
Type
Full-time
Posted
5/10/2026
Compensation
$152,000 - $287,500 per year
Job description
NVIDIA is seeking a software engineer to join a team responsible for developing and supporting infrastructure tools for design engineers. The role focuses on creating efficient software to automate chip design and verification processes. The engineer will work with a global team to build reliable and high-performance software used by hundreds of engineers. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of modern AI and computing.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with 5+ years of software development experience, MS or PhD preferred.
- Experience with C++ or Golang and Unix/Linux.
- Solid understanding of algorithms, computer architecture, and computer science theory.
- Experience with VLSI frontend design and verification.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in a global and dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the team to build reliable, scalable, and high-performance software.
- Develop software tools in C++/Golang to analyze and construct chip designs.
- Research and develop software solutions for greater efficiency in architecture and design teams.
- Optimize daily workflows for chip modelers and designers.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Nvidia Corporation
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
355
FY2026
Approval rate
99.2%
FY2026
LCA certified
7,667
FY2026
Entry-level share
11.9%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-37%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-83%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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