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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 ...

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 ...

Are you excited to build the automation infrastructure behind next-generation silicon design? We're seeking a Senior VLSI Methodology Engineer to join our team and to design automation that powers ...

Sr. Principal Software Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$124K - $171K/yr

They are seeking a highly motivated Sr. Principal Software Engineer to join the Modus R&D ... VLSI Design Automation domain. Responsibilities : • designing, developing, debugging and ...

Design Verification Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$146K - $178K/yr

Company Description Insilico is an End-to-End specialized VLSI, Embedded Design & Software services ... Santa Clara, CA Duration: 06 months (High Possibility of an extension) Senior DV engineer ...

Design Verification Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$146K - $178K/yr

Company Description Insilico is an End-to-End specialized VLSI, Embedded Design & Software services ... Santa Clara, CA Duration: 06 months (High Possibility of an extension) Senior DV engineer ...

A successful candidate will have solid EE or CS background with an understanding of circuits, layouts and VLSI design. We are looking for someone who enjoys working on groundbreaking process ...

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How much do senior vlsi design jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior vlsi design in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectSenior Vlsi DesignDigital IC Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, VLSI specializationBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Digital IC focus
Work EnvironmentDesign teams, semiconductor companies, research labsDesign teams, semiconductor companies, integrated circuit firms
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in semiconductor and electronics industriesElectronics, semiconductor, and integrated circuit industries
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both roles involve designing integrated circuits, but Senior Vlsi Design typically emphasizes advanced VLSI architecture and system-level design, while Digital IC Design Engineers focus more on digital logic implementation and verification. Senior Vlsi Design roles often require broader experience in VLSI design flow, whereas Digital IC Design Engineers concentrate on digital logic design and testing within the IC development process.

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Senior VLSI CAD Software Engineer

Senior VLSI CAD Software Engineer

Nvidia

Hillsboro, OR

$133K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


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 April 24, 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