ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Vlsi Architect Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Nvidia

Senior VLSI CAD Software Engineer

Durham, NC

$118K - $156K/yr

... 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 ...

Nvidia

Senior VLSI CAD Software Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$143K - $189K/yr

... 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 ...

Nvidia

Senior VLSI CAD Software Engineer

Durham, NC

$118K - $156K/yr

... 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 ...

Nvidia

Senior VLSI CAD Software Engineer

Hillsboro, OR

$133K - $175K/yr

... 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 ...

NVIDIA Corporation

$90K - $119K/yr

... 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 ...

Nvidia

Senior VLSI CAD Software Engineer

Westford, MA · On-site

$127K - $167K/yr

... 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 ...

Sandisk

Staff VLSI design engineer

Milpitas, CA · On-site

Writing module interface spec including input/output port description, architecture, and operations ... Design, and VLSI Circuits. * Self-motivated and self-directed, however, must have demonstrated ...

Sandisk

Staff VLSI design engineer

Milpitas, CA

Writing module interface spec including input/output port description, architecture, and operations ... Design, and VLSI Circuits. * Self-motivated and self-directed, however, must have demonstrated ...

NVIDIA Corporation

$77K - $105K/yr

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

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsTechnology JobsNetworking JobsNetwork Architect JobsVlsi Architect Jobs

Vlsi Architect information

See salary details

$46.5K

$128.8K

$201.5K

How much do vlsi architect jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for vlsi architect in the United States is $128,756.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,000.00 and $166,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What states have the most Vlsi Architect jobs?

States with the most job openings for Vlsi Architect jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Vlsi Architect jobs?

For Vlsi Architect jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Vlsi Architect job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $128,756 per year, or $61.9 per hour.

Senior Microprocessor VLSI Physical Design Engineer

Fort Collins, CO • On-site

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
Learn more about Advanced Micro Devices, Incexternal

$156K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead high-speed VLSI physical design in deep submicron processes.

  • Collaborate with RTL and physical design teams across multiple sites to optimize power, performance, area, and schedule.

  • Create technical presentations and guide junior engineers.

Advanced Micro Devices rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 162 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING
At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences-from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you'll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges-striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career.
THE ROLE:
AMD's Cores Organization delivers industry leading CPU's and caches that are the foundation of AMD's server, client, and gaming business. We are looking for an experienced VLSI physical design engineer to join this innovative team as a technical expert. The candidate will be a key contributor and leader for AMD's next generation cores and caches. The candidate will join the team based in Fort Collins, CO.
THE PERSON:
The candidate should have strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to details. We work on programs with long timelines, so self-motivation and a commitment to meeting deadlines is required. We are pushing the envelope on chip performance, so the status quo must be challenged on every program. This requires creativity and innovation, but also excellent verbal and written communication skills. We work in small teams, but we are part of a large cross-site Core's organization, so teamwork is also vital our success.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Technical lead for high speed VLSI design in deep submicron processes.
  • Work closely with RTL and physical designers across multiple sites to optimize power, performance, area, and schedule.
  • Solve design and tool problems requiring ground-breaking approaches that utilize AI native skills and champion innovation across the organization.
  • Create technical presentations for peers and management.
  • Guide and mentor junior engineers.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Hands-on experience in high-speed VLSI design
  • Excellent understanding of computer architecture, hardware concepts & design tradeoffs required
  • Knowledge of Chip Level Floor planning, Bus / Pin Planning, Clock Tree Synthesis, Placement, Optimization, Routing, Parasitic Extraction, Static Timing Analysis, IR drop analysis, electromigration, Physical Verification and Sign Off.
  • Comprehend complex Verilog RTL and make minor modifications for timing or power.
  • Knowledge of digital circuits, high speed flops, synchronizers, level shifters, and SRAM.
  • Familiar with programing languages such as Perl, C, tcl, etc.
  • Experience with a variety of AI Agents to increase engineering efficiency and automation

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • BS/MS in EE, CS, CSE (or similar) preferred.

LOCATION:
Fort Collins, Colorado, USA
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
#LI-MR1
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's "Responsible AI Policy" is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

What Advanced Micro Devices employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply