CAD Engineer

NVIDIA is the world leader in accelerated computing, pioneering solutions for AI and digital twins.
$108,000 - $212,750
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
2+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For CAD Engineer

NVIDIA is seeking a motivated CAD Engineer to join their Advanced Technology Group. This role combines technical expertise in VLSI design with software development skills. The position involves supporting foundry techfiles installation, providing expert debugging support, and developing automation tools to enhance custom circuit designers' productivity worldwide. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with specific knowledge of circuits, layouts, and VLSI design.

The role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge process technologies at NVIDIA, the world leader in accelerated computing. You'll be part of a team that supports IC designers using various EDA tools including Virtuoso, IC-Manage, and verification tools. The position requires strong programming skills in Skill, Perl, and C++, combining both development and support aspects.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys coding and automation while working with advanced hardware technologies. The role offers competitive compensation ($108,000 - $212,750) plus equity and benefits. You'll be working in Santa Clara, contributing to NVIDIA's groundbreaking work in AI and digital twins that's transforming major industries.

The position requires excellent interpersonal skills as you'll be interfacing with designers, foundry support teams, and EDA partners. If you're passionate about technology, enjoy problem-solving, and want to be part of a forward-thinking team that's pushing the boundaries of computing technology, this role at NVIDIA could be your next career move.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For CAD Engineer

  • Install, configure, and support foundry techfiles
  • Perform expert debug of design errors
  • Custom edit foundry techfiles to define and implement NVIDIA design methodologies
  • Support and maintain CAD tools used by IC designers
  • Work with CAD tool vendors to identify and resolve bugs
  • Develop infrastructure to support design work in new process technologies
  • Write scripts using perl, Cadence SKILL, and C++

Requirements For CAD Engineer

Linux
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience); MS preferred
  • 2 plus year of work experience
  • A basic understanding of mosfet device behavior, CMOS layout, and VLSI design
  • Excellent programming skills; experience with perl, Cadence SKILL, C++, tcl
  • Great interpersonal skills
  • Passionate about providing excellent support for end-users

Benefits For CAD Engineer

Equity
  • Equity
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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