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Research Scientist, AI and Systems Security - PhD New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA

Location

Westford, MA, Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/8/2026

Compensation

$168,000 - $264,500 per year

PhD Entry-Level
H-1B FY202699.2% approval-37% YoY
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Job description

The Research Scientist role at NVIDIA focuses on advancing security, safety, and privacy in AI models and systems across three key research areas: security of AI models, AI-enabled design and verification of secure systems, and AI for cybersecurity. The position involves collaboration with various teams to develop innovative methods and techniques that enhance the security and functionality of AI platforms. Candidates will engage in original research and contribute to practical applications that address real-world challenges in cybersecurity. This role is ideal for researchers who are passionate about leveraging AI to create secure systems and improve cybersecurity measures.

Requirements

  • A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • A strong research background in security, AI/ML, computer architecture, operating systems, formal methods, programming languages and compilers, or software systems.
  • A record of research excellence demonstrated through publications, open-source systems, patents, or substantial research collaborations.
  • Deep expertise in at least one of the three research areas: security of AI models, AI-enabled design and verification of secure systems, or AI for cybersecurity.
  • Strong programming skills in C, C++, Python, and/or relevant systems and machine-learning frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Advance the security, safety, and privacy of AI models and systems across the full lifecycle.
  • Develop AI-enabled methods to design, analyze, implement, and verify computer systems.
  • Advance AI for cybersecurity by developing techniques for vulnerability discovery and threat detection.
  • Collaborate across hardware, software, research, and product teams.
  • Publish original research and help translate research advances into practical systems.

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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