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Xcelerium

Senior VLSI Physical Design Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$146K - $150K/yr

About the Job We are seeking a highly skilled Senior SoC/ASIC Physical Design Engineer to lead and drive the physical design activities to successful closure by collaborating closely with RTL and ...

TSMC

Physical Design Engineer (7452)

San Jose, CA · On-site

$155K - $160K/yr

Join our dynamic Test Chip Physical Implementation team in San Jose, CA, and play a critical role ... This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer with a strong foundation in VLSI design, a passion ...

TSMC

Physical Design Engineer (7452)

San Jose, CA

$155K - $160K/yr

Join our dynamic Test Chip Physical Implementation team in San Jose, CA, and play a critical role ... This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer with a strong foundation in VLSI design, a passion ...

Nokia

SoC Physical Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · Hybrid

$159K - $164K/yr

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical/Electronics and Communication/VLSI ... Develop physical design methodologies and automation scripts for various implementation steps from ...

Apple

GPU Physical Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $138K/yr

Experience or coursework with digital logic design, RTL, CMOS transistor logics or VLSI concepts ... Use design knowledge and innovative physical construction and optimization flows to push ...

Apple

GPU Physical Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $138K/yr

This role requires a mix of strategic engineering along with hands-on experience in physical design ... Experience or coursework with digital logic design, RTL, CMOS transistor logics or VLSI concepts.

Apple

GPU Physical Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $138K/yr

Experience or coursework with digital logic design, RTL, CMOS transistor logics or VLSI concepts ... Use design knowledge and innovative physical construction and optimization flows to push ...

Apple

GPU Physical Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $138K/yr

This role requires a mix of strategic engineering along with hands-on experience in physical design ... Experience or coursework with digital logic design, RTL, CMOS transistor logics or VLSI concepts.

Apple

SoC Physical Design Engineer, PnR

Austin, TX

$134K - $138K/yr

Description In Physical Design, you will be at the center of design effort collaborating with ... VLSI, design, logic design, or circuit design. Strong teamwork skills with the ability to ...

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How much do physical design vlsi jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for physical design vlsi in the United States is $139,408.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $136,000.00 and $140,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Physical Design Vlsi vs Digital IC Design Engineer?

AspectPhysical Design VlsiDigital IC Design Engineer
Primary FocusImplementing physical layouts, placement, routing of VLSI chipsDesigning digital circuits, logic design, HDL coding
Skills & CertificationsEDA tools, CMOS fabrication knowledge, scripting skillsHDL languages (Verilog/VHDL), simulation tools, digital design principles
Work EnvironmentSemiconductor fabrication facilities, design labsDesign offices, EDA tool environments
Industry UsageFoundries, chip design companiesIntegrated circuit design firms, tech companies

Physical Design Vlsi specialists focus on the physical implementation of chip layouts, ensuring manufacturability and performance. Digital IC Design Engineers concentrate on creating digital logic circuits and verifying their functionality. Both roles require knowledge of digital design principles, but Physical Design Vlsi emphasizes physical implementation, while Digital IC Design emphasizes circuit design and simulation.

Infographic showing various Physical Design Vlsi job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $139,408 per year, or $67 per hour.

Research Scientist, AI Accelerator Design and VLSI - New College Grad 2026

Santa Clara, CA

Nvidia
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 247 rated software companies

Job description

NVIDIA Research is searching for a world-class new college grad PhD researcher to drive groundbreaking research at the intersection of AI HW/SW Co-Design, AI Hardware Accelerator Architecture, IC Design Methodology, and VLSI Design. Ideal candidates will have a perspective across areas including machine learning fundamentals, quantization and numerical methods for machine learning model optimization, digital VLSI circuits for computer arithmetic, high-productivity VLSI design and verification methodologies including applications of generative AI to hardware design, AI hardware micro-architecture, and VLSI methodology and implementation.

What you'll be doing:

  • AI Accelerator Hardware: Contribute to novel research advancing the state-of-the-art in AI accelerator design.

  • VLSI: Research creative and innovative ASIC and VLSI design techniques and/or novel digital VLSI circuits. Apply machine learning, generative AI, and innovative tools and methodologies to automated ASIC and VLSI design tool flows.

  • AI HW/SW Co-Design: Research and develop creative and innovative numerical methods for quantization, sparsity, or tensor decomposition grounded in computer arithmetic fundamentals and digital VLSI circuits.

  • Collaborate on the development of research prototype testchips.

  • Collaborate with AI researchers and hardware team members in research and product teams.

  • Publish and present your original research, speak at conferences and events

What we need to see:

  • PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

  • VLSI Implementation Skills: Experience in hardware design with proficiency with modern EDA tool flows.

  • Programming & Systems Skills: Proficiency in at least two of Python, PyTorch, C++, SystemVerilog, or CUDA

  • Publications in top circuit, architecture, and/or AI/ML venues

  • Domain & Technical Expertise: PhD research experience in either VLSI (e.g., digital VLSI circuits and chip design methodologies), computer architecture, and/or numerical algorithms for AI model HW/SW co-design.

  • Excellent self-motivation, a high degree of creativity, and a passion for research, collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively within a research team.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience communicating technical work (e.g., academic presentations, poster sessions); ability to synthesize and explain complex technical concepts.

NVIDIA is 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. If you're creative, autonomous and love a challenge, 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.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until February 9, 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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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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