NVIDIA

NVIDIA

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ECAD PCB Tools Developer

Posted Aug 5, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$168K – $310.5K/yr
Location
Santa Clara, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
8+ years of industry experience with 3+ years of CAD/PCB tools experience.
Education
BS CS/CE/EE or related field (or equivalent experience)

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Role Summary

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This role is part of an agile, multi-functional EDA software development team at NVIDIA. The team develops tools supporting PCB electrical design, physical layout, and signal integrity capabilities for system designers across the company.

What You'll Do

  • Participates in the development of tools that enable industry leading PCB electrical design capabilities
  • Participates in the development of tools that enable physical layout capabilities
  • Participates in the development of tools that enable SI capabilities
  • Assess requirements from the design community
  • Build innovative solutions that continually improve tools and processes

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Qualifications

BS CS/CE/EE or related field (or equivalent experience); 8+ years of industry experience with 3+ years of CAD/PCB tools experience; experience with EDA/ECAD, Cadence System Capture, SPB Allegro Layout, system design, hierarchical sub-design, Windows/Linux automation, databases, and Python; good communication and documentation skills.

Required

  • BS CS/CE/EE or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years of industry experience with 3+ years of CAD/PCB tools experience
  • Proven history of delivering EDA / ECAD around Cadence System Capture and SPB Allegro Layout
  • System design and hierarchical sub-design
  • Familiarity with automation within common operating systems (Windows/Linux)
  • Experienced with databases (e.g. Oracle/MySQL/MongoDB)
  • Proficiency in Python
  • Good communication and documentation skills

Preferred

  • Experience in the Cadence’ System Capture TCL API
  • Background with Cadence SKILL or other CAD-level programming experience
  • Experience with a teamwork environment based on JIRA, Confluence, Git, CI, Perforce
  • Knowledge/experience with PLM systems
  • Knowledge in modern web technologies: JavaScript/TypeScript, NodeJS

Original job description

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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. Its outstanding legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and outstanding individuals.  

Today, we’re harnessing the boundless capabilities of AI to build the next era of computing. An era where our GPU serves as the intelligence behind computers, robots, and autonomous vehicles capable of perceiving the world. Achieving what has never been accomplished before requires foresight, creativity, and the top talent worldwide. At NVIDIA, you’ll join a diverse, encouraging environment where everyone is motivated to perform at their highest level. Join us and discover how you can build a lasting impact on the world.  
  

What you'll be doing:  

  • Become a member of an agile and multi-functional EDA software development team. 

  • Participates in the development of tools that enable industry leading PCB electrical design, physical layout, and SI capabilities, for our system designers throughout the company 

  • Leadership in this role involves assessing the requirements from the design community, building innovative solutions that continually improve our tools and processes. 

What we need to see:  

  • BS CS/CE/EE or related field (or equivalent experience) 

  • 8+ years of industry experience with 3+ years of CAD/PCB tools experience.

  • Proven history of delivering EDA / ECAD around Cadence System Capture and SPB Allegro Layout to aid system designers in sophisticated implementations. 

  • System design and hierarchical sub-design 

  • Familiarity with automation within common operating systems (Windows/Linux) 

  • Experienced with databases (e.g. Oracle/MySQL/MongoDB) 

  • Proficiency in Python 

  • Good communication and documentation skills 

Ways to stand out from the crowd:  

  • Experience in the Cadence’ System Capture TCL API 

  • Background with Cadence SKILL or other CAD-level programming experience 

  • Experience with a teamwork environment based on JIRA, Confluence, Git, CI, Perforce 

  • Knowledge/experience with PLM systems 

  • Knowledge in modern web technologies: JavaScript/TypeScript, NodeJS 

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4, and 196,000 USD - 310,500 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 26, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

NVIDIA

About the company

NVIDIA

Large Enterprise

NVIDIA is a leading technology company renowned for its graphics processing units (GPUs) and innovative computing solutions that enhance visual experiences across multiple platforms, including gaming, scientific research, and artificial intelligence. Founded in 1993, the company has expanded its offerings to include powerful AI frameworks and deep learning platforms, making significant contributions to industries such as gaming, data centers, automotive, and healthcare. NVIDIA's commitment to pushing the boundaries of visual computing continues to drive advancements in both hardware and software, positioning the company at the forefront of emerging technologies and digital transformation.

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