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Senior Software Engineer, CAD Tool Development - Circuits

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/23/2026

Compensation

$136,000 - $264,500 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
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Job description

NVIDIA is seeking a Software/CAD Tool Engineer to enhance productivity and efficiency in custom circuit designs. The role involves collaboration with multi-functional teams to ensure robust designs impacting all product lines. The engineer will be responsible for the full life-cycle of tool development, including design, testing, and deployment. This position offers an opportunity to work in a diverse and innovative environment focused on cutting-edge technology.

Requirements

  • B.Sc./M.Sc. in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience is preferred.
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in software development.
  • Good programming skills in multiple languages such as C++, Tcl, and Python.
  • Prior experience with tool development including GUI, database management, testing, and deployment is required.
  • Familiarity with AI tools to improve productivity is necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Work within a multi-functional team on various projects involving Pre-silicon and Post Silicon hardware design.
  • Support projects with applications ranging from silicon data analysis to timing analysis.
  • Employ good software engineering practices to develop leading-edge EDA/CAD tools for chip development.
  • Collaborate closely with Backend engineers to support and improve the existing development infrastructure.
  • Be responsible for the full life-cycle of tool development including data storage design, UI design, testing, development, deployment, and maintenance.

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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