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EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Durham, NC · Hybrid

$107K - $127K/yr

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than ... As an engineer in our EDA Workflow Optimization team, you will partner closely with our engineering ...

Nvidia

EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Westford, MA · Hybrid

$115K - $136K/yr

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than ... As an engineer in our EDA Workflow Optimization team, you will partner closely with our engineering ...

Nvidia

EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$110K - $130K/yr

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than ... As an engineer in our EDA Workflow Optimization team, you will partner closely with our engineering ...

Nvidia

EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

$130K - $154K/yr

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than ... As an engineer in our EDA Workflow Optimization team, you will partner closely with our engineering ...

Nvidia

EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Durham, NC · Hybrid

$107K - $127K/yr

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than ... As an engineer in our EDA Workflow Optimization team, you will partner closely with our engineering ...

Nvidia

EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

$130K - $154K/yr

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than ... As an engineer in our EDA Workflow Optimization team, you will partner closely with our engineering ...

Nvidia

EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$110K - $130K/yr

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than ... As an engineer in our EDA Workflow Optimization team, you will partner closely with our engineering ...

Nvidia

EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Westford, MA · Hybrid

$115K - $136K/yr

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than ... As an engineer in our EDA Workflow Optimization team, you will partner closely with our engineering ...

RealDefense

Frontend Developer (WPF/XAML)

Pasadena, CA · On-site +1

$113K - $132K/yr

... their PC optimization, security, and data recovery needs for over two decades. The company ... Work with other developers, QA and product managers in solving new and existing technical issues

RealDefense

Frontend Developer (WPF/XAML)

Pasadena, CA · On-site +1

$113K - $132K/yr

... their PC optimization, security, and data recovery needs for over two decades. The company ... Work with other developers, QA and product managers in solving new and existing technical issues

VOLT

PC-DMIS Programmer

Auburn, WA · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

PC-DMIS programming from scratch, including modification, debugging, and optimization of existing programs. * Programming and troubleshooting Hexagon, or other CMM platforms running PC-DMIS. * Large ...

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$120 - $160/hr

Senior Process Controls Engineer (PC-04) Reports To: Project Manager (Contractors, Project ... Supports performance tuning and startup optimization. * Coordinates across engineering, vendors ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for pc optimization engineer in the United States is $53.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.27 and $62.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a PC Optimization Engineer?

PC Optimization Engineers are IT professionals who specialize in improving the performance, speed, and efficiency of personal computers. They analyze hardware and software configurations, troubleshoot system bottlenecks, and implement solutions such as software updates, hardware upgrades, and system clean-ups. Their goal is to ensure computers run smoothly, securely, and at optimal speed for users and organizations. PC Optimization Engineers may also provide guidance to users on best practices for maintaining system performance.

What are some common challenges faced by a PC Optimization Engineer in ensuring system performance across diverse hardware configurations?

PC Optimization Engineers often encounter the challenge of optimizing system performance for a wide variety of hardware setups, user preferences, and software environments. Ensuring compatibility and achieving consistent results requires thorough testing, troubleshooting, and the development of adaptable optimization strategies. Collaboration with QA teams, developers, and end users is essential to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, particularly when dealing with custom-built systems or legacy hardware. Staying up-to-date with the latest drivers, firmware, and industry best practices is also crucial to address evolving performance issues effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a PC Optimization Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a PC Optimization Engineer, you need strong knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, system diagnostics, and troubleshooting techniques, often backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with optimization tools, scripting languages (like PowerShell or Bash), and certifications such as CompTIA A+ or Microsoft Certified: Windows Client are typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and clear communication skills help set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for efficiently improving system performance, ensuring user satisfaction, and maintaining reliable IT environments.

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EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Nvidia Corporation
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$130K - $154K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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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. 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. 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 reinvented itself over two decades, inventing the GPU in 1999 to reshape PC gaming and modern computer graphics. As an engineer in our EDA Workflow Optimization team, you will partner closely with our engineering teams worldwide. You will understand workflows covering the full chip design process from inception through study, architecture, design, verification, emulation, layout, packaging, power-on and production. You will then guide teams to improve, and sometimes re-invent those flows. You will enable our engineers to have the best tools on the planet to make the most innovative chips in the world. You will perform investigations to understand flaws and opportunities, construct metrics to continuously measure performance of our flows and services, and other infrastructure. You will work with your team of EDA and software experts to build new infrastructure in an agile, production software environment. You will continuously innovate and enhance scalable, reliable, high performance systems and tools to enable the next generation of chips!
What you'll be doing:
  • Work in a diverse team performing fast paced investigations to empower our engineers to develop at the speed of light.
  • Participate in the full life-cycle of tool development, test, and deployment.
  • Work closely with other team members and chip engineers to understand and optimize how workflows use the compute and storage environments.
  • Build metrics that are reliable and easy to use by hundreds of engineers around the world.
  • Continuously improve our chip development process.
  • Directly contribute to the overall quality and time to market for our next generation chips.

What we need to see:
  • Strong experience investigating and debugging complex, multi-discipline problems in a UNIX engineering environment.
  • Hands-on experience with architectural decisions in technologies (storage, networking, compute) our chip engineers depend on.
  • Experience with ASIC, VLSI, CAD/EDA or mixed signal design workflow environments.
  • Hands-on experience with EDA tools.
  • Experienced in UNIX Systems programming and automation using Python and/or Shell.
  • Authoritative level usage of UNIX and UNIX utilities.
  • Excellent planning and communication skills.
  • Experience in applying data analysis principles and influencing data-driven decisions.
  • Flexibility/adaptability working in a dynamic environment with changing requirements.
  • BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience; MS (preferred).
  • 5+yrs of relevant experience.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:
  • Experience with job schedulers (in particular IBM Spectrum LSF and/or SLURM).
  • Hands-on experience running GPU-based workloads in a batch computing environment and a deep understanding of distributed system principles.
  • Strong programming and debugging skills with C/C++, Python, and Perl on UNIX.
  • A passion for improving engineering productivity and efficiency via data-driven philosophy.

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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 September 2, 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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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

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