NVIDIA is seeking an innovative CAD Software Engineer to develop advanced tools that optimize RTL quality, timing, and power. The role involves combining external EDA with internal tools, leveraging parallel computing, machine learning, and novel algorithms in C++. The team enjoys high intellectual freedom and focuses on the latest processes and designs without the constraints of legacy support. This position allows for broad technical exploration and direct impact on AI hardware development.

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of relevant experience in CAD software and VLSI hardware design
• Demonstrated ability in software development with C++, particularly in algorithm development related to graph traversal, pattern matching, and optimization
• Familiarity with RTL design, including Verilog and SystemVerilog code, as well as general hardware design concerns such as scan chain insertion, MBIST, clock and power distribution, and bus architectures
• Familiarity with related EDA techniques, including logic synthesis, global route, static timing analysis, and SAT solvers
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Invent new methods to enable parallel, graph-based RTL traversal, analysis, and manipulation
• Devise strategies for rapidly analyzing the impact of RTL changes on data path latency, power, and impact to DFT, clocking, and power delivery
• Explore the use of LLMs, GNNs, GANs, and Reinforcement Learning for suggesting or automatically implementing RTL modifications
• Explore high performance algorithms for clustering, min cost tree covering, datapath implementation, and other details of logic synthesis
• Drive the roadmap of increasing hardware design productivity by actively working with design teams

• 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.