NVIDIA

NVIDIA

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Senior C++ Software Engineer - Chip Design Tools

Posted Aug 5, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$152K – $287.5K/yr
Location
4 Locations, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
BS (or equivalent experience) and 5+ years of software development experience.

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Role Summary

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The software engineer will develop and support infrastructure tools used by design engineers for the build and verification of architectural, RTL, and gate-level chip designs. The role focuses on automating chip design and verification processes and improving workflows for chip modelers and designers.

What You'll Do

  • Build reliable, scalable, and high-performance software used by engineers worldwide.
  • Develop software tools in C++ or Golang to analyze and construct chip designs described in C++, Verilog, or domain-specific languages.
  • Research and develop software solutions to improve efficiency across architecture, hardware, and software teams.
  • Optimize the daily workflows of chip modelers and designers.

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Qualifications

C++ or Golang; Unix/Linux; algorithms, computer architecture and computer science theory; VLSI frontend design and verification; flexibility/adaptability for working in a global and dynamic environment.

Required

  • C++ or Golang
  • Unix/Linux
  • Algorithms, computer architecture and computer science theory
  • VLSI frontend design and verification

Preferred

  • Good architecture and RTL design knowledge
  • Strong expertise in modern C++
  • Compiler, build systems, and database
  • Static and dynamic code analysis tools

Original job description

Content provided by the employer

NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 fueled the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new challenges that are hard to tackle, that only we can pursue, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human creativity and intelligence. Make the choice to join us today!

Our team is responsible for development and support of infrastructure tools used by design engineers for build and verification of architectural, rtl, and gate level designs. As a software engineer, you will craft highly efficient software to automate and facilitate chip design and verification processes.

What You'll be Doing:

  • Work as a team to build reliable, scalable and high performance software that are easy to use by hundreds of engineers worldwide.

  • Develop software tools in C++/Golang to analyze and construct chip designs described in C++, Verilog or domain-specific languages (DSLs).

  • Research and develop software solutions to allow greater efficiency in architecture, hardware and software teams.

  • Optimize the daily workflows of the world's top chip modelers and designers.

What We Need to See:

  • BS (or equivalent experience) and 5+ years of software development experience., MS (or PHD) preferred.

  • Experienced with C++ or Golang, Unix/Linux.

  • Solid understanding of algorithms, computer architecture and computer science theory

  • Experienced with VLSI frontend design and verification

  • Flexibility/adaptability for working in a global and dynamic environment with different frameworks and requirements

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Good architecture and RTL design knowledge

  • Strong expertise in modern C++,  compiler, build systems, and database.

  • Experienced with static and dynamic code analysis tools

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 11, 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.

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About the company

NVIDIA

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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.