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Senior Performance Compiler Engineer - Triton

NVIDIA

Location

remote, Redmond, WA, Santa Clara, CA, Seattle, WA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/10/2026

Compensation

$184,000 - $287,500 per year

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Job description

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Performance Compiler Engineer to join the open-source Triton compiler project. This role focuses on enhancing AI performance on NVIDIA GPUs through compiler technology and optimization techniques. The engineer will work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with various teams to drive innovations in AI applications. The position offers a dynamic environment that encourages creativity and technical excellence.

Requirements

  • Bachelor, Masters or Ph.D. degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Math, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of relevant industry experience in software development.
  • Demonstrated strong C++ programming and software design skills, with an emphasis on performance analysis and debugging.
  • Experienced in parallel programming, including CUDA/OpenCL GPU programming or other parallel models such as OpenMP.
  • Solid understanding of computer architecture and hands-on experience with assembly-level programming.

Responsibilities

  • Investigate the latest and future NVIDIA GPU hardware architecture and programming models.
  • Work on advanced algorithms and numerics to identify new optimization opportunities.
  • Design and implement compiler technology using MLIR to optimize high-level kernel descriptions.
  • Engage in a dynamic process of optimization to achieve peak performance.
  • Collaborate with teams across NVIDIA to influence future products and ensure maximum efficiency.

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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