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Persimmons

Compiler Engineer (Frontend)

San Jose, CA · On-site

Provide technical leadership across the compiler team, mentoring engineers in advanced compiler techniques, and help scale the team as the company grows. Requirements What You Bring To The Table ...

Persimmons

Compiler Engineer (Frontend)

San Jose, CA · On-site

Provide technical leadership across the compiler team, mentoring engineers in advanced compiler techniques, and help scale the team as the company grows. Requirements What You Bring To The Table ...

Nvidia

Senior LLVM Compiler Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

$122K - $168K/yr

We are seeking for an expert Senior Compiler Engineer to join our Compute Compiler Team, with a focus on upstream engagement with the LLVM ecosystem and advancing NVIDIA's compiler technology through ...

Nvidia

Senior Compiler Engineer - PVA

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

$122K - $168K/yr

NVIDIA is now looking for a Senior Compiler Engineer to join our Programmable Vision Accelerator (PVA) Tools Team! Are you ready to push the boundaries of what's possible? NVIDIA has revolutionized ...

Nvidia

Senior Fortran Compiler Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

$122K - $168K/yr

NVIDIA's HPC compiler group wants to hire a Fortran compiler developer to join the team building one of the world's most important optimizing compilers. If you want a front-row seat to ...

Nvidia

Senior Compiler Engineer - Rust GPU

Santa Clara, CA

$143K - $189K/yr

NVIDIA is hiring a Senior Compiler Engineer to join our team driving the next generation of GPU systems programming. We are redefining how developers write high-performance GPU software by bringing ...

DensityAI

Compiler Engineer - MLIR

Mountain View, CA · On-site

Exceptional abilities in MLIR dialect design, lowering pass authoring, and rewrite patterns * 5+ years compiler engineering experience, with hands-on MLIR contributions or equivalent IR-design ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for compiler engineer in Fremont, CA is $97,626.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,800.00 and $119,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a compiler engineer?

To thrive as a Compiler Engineer, you need a solid background in computer science, strong skills in programming languages such as C/C++, deep knowledge of compiler theory, and experience with code optimization or language design. Familiarity with build systems, LLVM or GCC toolchains, and source control systems is commonly required, and certifications such as a relevant computer science degree may be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective collaboration and communication skills help set top candidates apart. These skills are essential for building robust, efficient compilers and collaborating effectively within software engineering teams.

What does a compiler engineer do?

A Compiler Engineer designs, develops, and optimizes compilers, which are programs that translate high-level programming languages into machine code. They work on improving performance, ensuring efficient code generation, and implementing language features. Their role often involves working with hardware architectures, debugging complex issues, and enhancing compiler optimizations for speed and efficiency.

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Senior Compiler Engineer - Backend GPU

Nvidia Corporation

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

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Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 242 rated software companies

Job description

NVIDIA's invention of the GPU 1999 sparked 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 - with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Today, we are increasingly known as "the AI computing company".
We are searching for a Senior Backend Compiler Engineer with experience in LLVM code generation for an exciting and fun role in our GPU Software organization. Our Compiler team is responsible for constructing and emitting the highest performance GPU machine instructions for Graphics (OpenGL, Vulkan, DX) and Compute (CUDA, PTX, OpenCL, Fortran, C++). This team is comprised of worldwide leading compiler engineering experts who provide leading edge performance and capabilities for NVIDIA's current and future complex parallel SIMT architectures.
What you will be doing:
  • Guide the design and implementation of a new LLVM based backend JIT compiler targeting NVIDIA GPUs
  • Design and develop new compiler passes and optimizations required to meet the high performance and low compilation time requirements of the compiler
  • Work with global compiler, hardware and application teams to oversee improvements and problem resolutions
  • Apply and adapt the latest compiler technologies to produce premier, robust, supportable compiler and tools
  • Get a chance to influence and work on new GPU architectures

What we need to see:
  • B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 4+ years of compiler development experience including 3+ years of experience in LLVM with a focus in code generation
  • Expertise in LLVM code generation including instruction scheduling, software pipelining, register allocation, GlobalISel, TableGen, LLVM IR, and Machine IR (MIR)
  • Proficient in compiler design and in performance analysis tools
  • Excellent hands-on C++ programming skills applied to industry standard C++ compilers and development frameworks
  • Strong background in software engineering principles with a focus on crafting robust and maintainable solutions to challenging problems
  • Good communication and documentation skills and self-motivated

Ways to stand out from the crowd:
  • Masters or PhD preferred, with 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Experience developing compiler optimizations and code generation for GPUs
  • Experience in developing CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL/Vulkan applications
  • You should have strong interpersonal skills and be capable of leading and influencing others in the department

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world's most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our exclusive engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you.
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.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until March 3, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse 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 Nvidia

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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by great technology--and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

1993

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