GPU PCIe and Boot Architect - New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a GPU PCIe and Boot architect to design the architecture and infrastructure for boot, PCIe/CXL enumeration, and capability discovery across consumer graphics, AI, and automotive platforms. You will work with software, hardware, and verification teams globally to push GPU performance and platform capabilities.

The role focuses on understanding GPU subsystem interactions, planning next-gen features, and delivering models and test plans for verification, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• BS or MS in compute architecture, CS, or EE (or related degree) is required or equivalent experience.
• Course work or industry experience in computer architecture, operating systems, and system architecture.

Responsibilities

• As a member of the architecture team, understand how GPU sub-system modules interoperate with the overall system.
• Architect and plan features with software, hardware, and verification teams for next-gen GPUs.
• Create functional and performance models, often in C++, with test plans to validate features.

Skills

PCIe interconnects

RISC-V architecture

Security concepts & encryption

C++ modelling & test planning

NVLink knowledge

Education

BS or MS in Compute Architecture/CS/EE

Tools

Perl

Job description

We are looking for a GPU PCIe and Boot architect. NVIDIA is seeking outstanding engineers to design the architecture and infrastructure for boot, PCIe/CXL enumeration, and capability discovery. This position offers the opportunity to have a real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company affecting product lines ranging from consumer graphics, self-driving cars, and artificial intelligence. We have crafted a team of extraordinary people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the platform for the future of computing!

What you’ll be doing:

• As a member of the architecture team, you will be responsible for understanding how the GPU sub-system modules interoperate and interact with overall system

• You will architect and plan features in concert with software, hardware, and verification teams across the globe to implement the next iteration of GPUs

• Create functional and performance models, often in C++, along with test plans to validate the features you design

• Actively support post-silicon validation activities

• Constantly learning and growing!

What we need to see:

• BS or MS in compute architecture, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering (or related degree) or equivalent experience

• Course work or industry experience in Computer Architecture, Operation systems, and/or system architecture

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Knowledge of Advanced interconnects (PCIe, AXI, nvlink, or similar)

• Experience with scripting languages such as Perl

• Understanding of modern security constructs and/or encryption

• Knowledge of RiscV architecture and microcode development

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most brilliant and talented people in the world working for us. Are you creative and autonomous? Do you love the challenge of creating the highest performance chips in the industry? If so, we want to hear from you!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 124,000 USD - 195,500 USD for Level 2, and 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 1, 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.