Applied Machine Learning Engineer - AI for VLSI Design
About the role
What you'll be doing
- Work within a multi-functional team on various projects involving Pre-silicon and Post Silicon custom circuit design and related data, Circuit/Layout Optimization and Spice correlation
- Research and implement techniques on frontier solutions of electronic design automation.
- Build and innovate agentic AI solution for VLSI design problem.
- Responsible for analyzing the problem or datasets, raise and validate hypotheses, design and build models and algorithm until they reach the desired QOR.
What we need to see
- MS (or equivalent experience) with 3+ years' experience or PhD with 1+ years' experience in Electrical/Computer Engineering degree
- Experience in the following fields is a strict requirement for this role: Combinatorial Optimization, Agentic AI and large language models, Machine Learning for Chip Design & EDA
- Experience in Algorithms/Data Structures/Applied Math/Machine Learning/Software programming with proven ability in writing code in Python, C++ is required.
- Experience in Applied Math/Machine Learning/Software programming with proven ability in writing code in Python, C++ is required
Ways to stand out from the crowd
- Prior experience in large-scale EDA software development is a plus.
- Prior experience in CMOS layout drawing, including schematic-to-layout translation and DRC/LVS compliance, is a definite plus
- Enjoy working with multiple levels and teams across organizations (engineering/research, product, sales and marketing teams)
- Effective verbal/written communication, and technical presentation skills
- Self-starter with passion for growth, real enthusiasm for continuous learning and sharing findings across the team
NVIDIA is a pioneer in bringing groundbreaking technology to new markets. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working with us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you!
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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 - 230,000 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits .
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 23, 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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