CPU Performance Architect

NVIDIA Gruppe; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 356,500; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA Gruppe in Santa Clara is seeking an experienced engineer to innovate and improve CPU performance through modern microarchitectural ideas. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience and a strong background in CPU microarchitecture and performance modeling.

The role involves collaborating closely with various teams to resolve critical issues and drive microarchitecture initiatives. Competitive compensation includes salary, equity, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of brand new CPU microarchitecture and architecture.
• Proven track record of CPU microarchitectural innovation.
• Experience in performance modeling and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Innovating and improving CPU performance through modern microarchitectural ideas.
• Implementing effective solutions and collaborating with teams.
• Resolving critical issues related to timing, power, and area.

Skills

CPU microarchitecture

Performance modeling

Critical thinking

Collaboration skills

Communication abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Job description

What you’ll be doing:

• Innovating and improving CPU performance through modern microarchitectural ideas.
• Modeling potential improvements to determine their merit and feasibility.
• Implementing effective solutions and collaborating closely with build, verification, and post‑silicon teams.
• Resolving critical issues related to timing, power, and area to achieve flawless implementation.
• Partnering with lead microarchitects to meet the CPU core’s performance, area, and power targets.
• Advocating for microarchitectural ideas, communicating their benefits and drawbacks in various mediums.
• Driving the microarchitecture segment with enthusiasm and energy, leading by example.

What we need to see:

• Deep understanding of brand new CPU microarchitecture and architecture.
• Proven track record of CPU microarchitectural innovation across areas such as Front End CPU Uarch, Midcore CPU Uarch, and Memory Subsystem CPU Uarch.
• Experience in performance modeling, debugging, and demonstrating the merit of innovative ideas.
• Close collaboration skills with build and verification teams to successfully implement microarchitectural improvements.
• At least 8 years of experience in a frontline role within brand new CPU projects.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and advocacy abilities.
• Minimum educational requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Ways to stand out:

• Experience leading microarchitecture segments and driving initiatives.
• History of collaboration with architects and microarchitects to achieve ambitious targets.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and advocate for complex ideas successfully.
• Enthusiasm for driving innovation and leading by doing.

Compensation

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4, and 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.