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Senior GPU Architect

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/10/2026

Compensation

$184,000 - $356,500 per year

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Job description

This role at NVIDIA offers an opportunity to contribute to the future of GPU technology within a world-class team. The position focuses on developing GPU architecture innovations and enhancing chip design infrastructure. Candidates will work in a collaborative environment, driving ambitious projects and optimizing performance. Strong problem-solving skills and a solid background in computer architecture are essential for success in this role.

Requirements

  • Bachelors/Master’s/PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related fields (or equivalent experience)
  • A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience in GPU or CPU System Architecture development
  • Proficient programming skills in C++ and Python
  • Solid background in Computer Architecture with experience in modeling
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop GPU architecture innovations and improvements, optimizing scalability, performance, area, yield, effort, and schedule
  • Enhance chip design infrastructure, including functional models and yield simulators
  • Develop tests, test plans, and testing infrastructure for new architectures and features
  • Document architecture specifications and collaborate with ASIC design, software, and VLSI teams
  • Guide the improvement of functional verification tools and expand resources to support future GPU architectures

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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