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Computer Aided Design Software Developer Jobs in Portland, OR

Nvidia

Senior VLSI CAD Software Engineer

Hillsboro, OR

$133K - $175K/yr

NVIDIA is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our small team building custom, high-impact VLSI CAD software in a technically challenging and highly visible domain. This is a full-cycle role ...

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CAD Drafter 5

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$23.25 - $31/hr

Summary The CAD Drafter 5 is responsible for performing high level drafting services using CAD software and Civil3D for a variety of civil engineering, permitting, and survey related tasks. The ...

DOWL

CAD Drafter 5

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$23.25 - $31/hr

Summary The CAD Drafter 5 is responsible for performing high level drafting services using CAD software and Civil3D for a variety of civil engineering, permitting, and survey related tasks. The ...

DOWL

CAD Drafter 5

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$35.26 - $52.89/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Summary The CAD Drafter 5 is responsible for performing high level drafting services using CAD software and Civil3D for a variety of civil engineering, permitting, and survey related tasks. The ...

DOWL

CAD Drafter 5

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$35.26 - $52.89/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Summary The CAD Drafter 5 is responsible for performing high level drafting services using CAD software and Civil3D for a variety of civil engineering, permitting, and survey related tasks. The ...

DOWL

CAD Drafter 5

Portland, OR · On-site

$23.75 - $32/hr

Summary The CAD Drafter 5 is responsible for performing high level drafting services using CAD software and Civil3D for a variety of civil engineering, permitting, and survey related tasks. The ...

DOWL

CAD Drafter 5

Portland, OR · On-site

$23.75 - $32/hr

Summary The CAD Drafter 5 is responsible for performing high level drafting services using CAD software and Civil3D for a variety of civil engineering, permitting, and survey related tasks. The ...

Maxcess International

CAD Designer II

Camas, WA

$30.75 - $42.25/hr

Collaborate with engineers to refine designs and incorporate advanced features. * Ensure the design ... Software Proficiency: * Utilize advanced features of CAD software to optimize designs and improve ...

Maxcess International

CAD Designer II

Camas, WA · On-site

$30.75 - $42.25/hr

Collaborate with engineers to refine designs and incorporate advanced features. * Ensure the design ... Software Proficiency: * Utilize advanced features of CAD software to optimize designs and improve ...

Maxcess International

CAD Designer II

Camas, WA · On-site

$30.75 - $42.25/hr

Collaborate with engineers to refine designs and incorporate advanced features. * Ensure the design ... Software Proficiency: * Utilize advanced features of CAD software to optimize designs and improve ...

JLL

CAD Technician

Vancouver, WA · On-site

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a CAD Technician at JLL, you'll provide essential drafting support that keeps projects moving ... You'll work alongside engineers, architects, contractors, and project teams who rely on your ...

Jones Lang LaSalle IP, Inc.

CAD Technician

Portland, OR · On-site

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a CAD Technician at JLL, you'll provide essential drafting support that keeps projects moving ... You'll work alongside engineers, architects, contractors, and project teams who rely on your ...

JLL

CAD Technician

Portland, OR

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a CAD Technician at JLL, you'll provide essential drafting support that keeps projects moving ... You'll work alongside engineers, architects, contractors, and project teams who rely on your ...

Panthalassa

CAD Technician

Portland, OR · On-site

$90K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About the Role We are seeking a CAD Technician to bridge the gap between initial structural ... You will own the "last-mile" engineering definition that turns structural concepts into NX models ...

Panthalassa

CAD Technician

Portland, OR

$90K - $140K/yr

About the Role We are seeking a CAD Technician to bridge the gap between initial structural ... You will own the "last-mile" engineering definition that turns structural concepts into NX models ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for computer aided design software developer in Portland, OR is $118,612.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,400.00 and $137,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Senior VLSI CAD Software Engineer

Nvidia

Hillsboro, OR

$133K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

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9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 244 rated software companies

Job description

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. aToday, 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. As an NVIDIAN, you'll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

NVIDIA is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our small team building custom, high-impact VLSI CAD software in a technically challenging and highly visible domain. This is a full-cycle role with meaningful opportunities to contribute to architecture and design, working in a streamlined Agile environment using modern development tooling, including best-in-class AI-assistants. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing next-generation design tools and workflows to help shape how our core product lines are designed.

What you'll be doing:

  • Design, development, review, test, and support of high-capacity and high-performance chip design and visualization tools, with possible tasks ranging from modeling to algorithms

  • Writing challenging, innovative, well-designed, high-quality new code for desktop engineering applications

  • Participate in a variety of agile practices with fellow developers

  • Collaborate with internal engineering customers worldwide to envision new tools and define their requirementsbe doing, *who* they'll be working with, and *how* their work will fit into NVIDIA's work

What we need to see:

  • MS CS/CPE or BS CS/CPE (or equivalent experience)

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in CAD/EDA tool development

  • Skill in CAD data structures and algorithms, especially for physical VLSI design automation

  • Expert skills in C++, Java , or C#

  • Proficiency with modern software platforms and tools (e.g. C++20, Java 21, git, IDEA/Visual Studio/CLion, unit test frameworks, CI/CD)

  • Skilled in software system architecture and Object-Oriented design

  • Desire to use sound software design principles in a modern and evolving AI environment

  • Able to adapt to the needs of our team's growing scope and vision

  • Experience with AI-based code assistant tools

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Experience designing and writing code for large-scale design automation tools

  • Performance analysis and tuning experience

  • Knowledge of at least one physical CAD data model

  • Interested in VLSI chip design concepts and EDA tools

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world's most desirable employers. And due to outstanding growth, our teams are rapidly growing. Are you passionate about becoming a part of a best-in-class team supporting the latest in GPU and AI technology? If so, 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 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 14, 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 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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