CAD Tools Developer

NVIDIA Corporation; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA Corporation in Santa Clara, CA, is seeking an experienced EDA software engineer to join an Agile, multi-functional team. You will contribute to tools that enable PCB electrical build, layout, and signal integrity, collaborating with system designers across the company.

The role requires a BS in CS/CE/EE, 4+ years of experience, Cadence SKILL or CAD-level programming, and proficiency in Python and TCL.

Qualifications

• BS CS/CE/EE or related field.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• Cadence SKILL or other CAD-level programming experience.
• System design and hierarchical sub-design.
• Familiarity with Windows/Linux.
• Experience with databases (Oracle/MySQL/MongoDB).
• Proficiency in Python and TCL.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Join an Agile, multi-functional EDA software team and develop tools for PCB electrical build, physical layout, and SI capabilities.
• Assess requirements from the design community and build innovative solutions that improve tools and processes.

Skills

Python

TCL

System design

Hierarchical sub-design

Databases

Education

BS CS/CE/EE or related field

Tools

Cadence SKILL

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. 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. 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.

What you’ll be doing:

Become a member of an Agile and multi-functional EDA software development team. Participates in the development of tools that enable industry leading PCB electrical build, physical layout, and SI capabilities, for our system designers throughout the company Leadership in this role involves assessing the requirements from the design community, build innovative solutions that continually improve our tools and processes.

What we need to see:

• BS CS/CE/EE or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years of relevant work experience
• Proven history of delivering EDA / ECAD around Cadence System Capture and SPB Allegro Layout to aid system designers in sophisticated implementations.
• Cadence SKILL or other CAD-level programming experience
• System design and hierarchical sub-design
• Familiarity with automation within common operating systems (Windows/Linux)
• Experienced with databases (e.g. Oracle/MySQL/MongoDB)
• Proficiency in Python and TCL
• Good communication and documentation skills

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Experience in the Cadence’ System Capture TCL API
• Experience with a teamwork environment based on JIRA, Confluence, Git, CI, Perforce
• Knowledge/experience with PLM systems is a plus!
• Knowledge in modern web technologies: JavaScript/TypeScript, NodeJS

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 5, 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.