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Senior PDK Engineer

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/21/2026

Compensation

$168,000 - $310,500 per year

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Job description

NVIDIA is looking for a PDK Engineer to join the Advanced Technologies Group, focusing on aligning PDK development with foundry partners. The role involves managing PDK versions and resolving related issues while collaborating with CAD tool vendors. Candidates should have a strong electrical engineering background and experience in VLSI design. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this position.

Requirements

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering with 10 years of experience or M.S. in Electrical Engineering with 7 years of experience.
  • Understanding of PDK structure and development processes.
  • Knowledge of basic fab processes, mask generation, testing, and qualification.
  • Background in MOSFET device behavior, CMOS layout, and VLSI design.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for providing excellent support.

Responsibilities

  • Align the PDK development schedule with foundries.
  • Download the PDK and perform incoming checks.
  • Manage PDK versions between the foundry and NVIDIA design/tapeout teams.
  • Serve as the primary communication channel between NVIDIA and foundry PDK teams for all PDK-related issues and new requests.
  • Work with CAD tool vendors to identify and resolve bugs and enable new tool features.

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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