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Senior Mask Layout Design Engineer

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA, Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$132,000 - $235,750 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.2% approval-37% YoY
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Job description

The Senior Mask Layout Design Engineer will join NVIDIA's dynamic team, focusing on high-speed mixed-signal circuit designs. This role involves working with a diverse group of engineers to customize designs for integration in VLSI products. The engineer will perform physical layout for various mixed-signal functions using advanced Cadence tools. The position requires a deep understanding of analog circuit layout concepts and experience with FinFET technology.

Requirements

  • Hold a BSEE or equivalent experience, with MSEE being a plus.
  • Have 8+ years of relevant mask design/layout experience.
  • Possess tape-out experience with FinFET technology, preferably with TSMC N5/N4/N3.
  • Have experience with high-speed SerDes/RF layout design.
  • Demonstrate validated experience with Cadence custom circuit design tools, particularly Virtuoso.
  • Be proficient in scripting languages like Perl, Python, or Skill.
  • Have knowledge of DRC and LVS checking flows and the ability to customize DRC and LVS decks.

Responsibilities

  • Perform physical layout for mixed-signal functions like PLL's and high-speed I/O circuits using Cadence tools.
  • Collaborate with ASIC and mixed-signal engineers to customize designs for integration in VLSI products.
  • Conduct floor planning, custom layout, and verification against design rules and schematics.
  • Run and debug DRC and LVS with verification tools such as ICV/Calibre.
  • Work optimally in a team, demonstrating good interpersonal skills and positive energy.

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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Nvidia Corporation

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

355

FY2026

Approval rate

99.2%

FY2026

LCA certified

7,667

FY2026

Entry-level share

11.9%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

-37%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-83%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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