Manager, ASIC Chip - GPU

NVIDIA Corporation; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 196,000 - 311,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA Corporation in Santa Clara is seeking an ambitious ASIC Chip Manager to lead GPU ASIC development from concept to mass production. You will coordinate across IP, software, emulation, integration, physical development, and VLSI teams to ensure on-time delivery and performance targets.

The role requires 10+ years in industry with 5+ years in leadership for GPU or sub-systems, deep SoC knowledge, and strong comms.

Qualifications

• 10+ years total industry experience with 5+ years in GPU or key sub-systems.
• BSEE or MSEE preferred, equivalent experience acceptable.
• In-depth knowledge of SoC architectures including CPU, GPU, and memory subsystems.
• Expertise in silicon process technology, yield analysis, and cost modeling.
• Proficiency in front-end design flow, micro-architecture, unit partitioning, and pipelining.
• Experience with innovative design verification techniques, tools, and methodologies.
• Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate GPU ASIC development from concept phase to mass production.
• Engage in architectural definition, silicon process and package selection, performance modeling, power budgeting, RTL development, and test implementation.
• Define and track project achievements and dependencies across IP, software, emulation, integration, physical development, and VLSI teams.
• Collaborate with packaging, system design, DFT, test engineering, test software, and chip logistics teams to support silicon bring-up.
• Ensure flawless execution by identifying and mitigating key technical risks.

Skills

SoC architectures

GPU/sub-systems

Front-end design flow

Micro-architecture

Unit partitioning

Pipelining

Design verification techniques

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

BSEE

MSEE preferred

Equivalent experience

Tools

EDA tools

Silicon yield analysis tools

Job description

Join NVIDIA's powerful GPU ASIC team and drive the innovation of future GPU processors for AI datacenter products. Our team is at the forefront of modern technology, and we are looking for an ambitious ASIC Chip Manager to help us achieve world-class performance. This is a groundbreaking opportunity to work with a diverse and dynamic group of professionals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Please note working out of Santa Clara will be required for this position.

What you'll be doing:

• Coordinate all aspects of GPU ASIC development from concept phase to mass-production.
• Engage in architectural definition, silicon process and package selection, performance modeling, power budgeting, RTL development, and test implementation.
• Define and track project achievements and dependencies, while coordinating activities across IP development, software, emulation, integration, physical development, and VLSI teams.
• Collaborate with packaging, system design, DFT, test engineering, test software, and chip logistics teams to support silicon bring-up.
• Ensure the flawless execution of projects by identifying and mitigating key technical risks.

What we need to see:

• BSEE (MSEE / MSCE preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 overall years of industry experience with 5+ years of leadership in GPU or key sub-systems.
• In-depth knowledge of SoC architectures, including CPU, GPU, and memory sub-systems.
• Expertise in silicon process technology, yield analysis, and cost modeling.
• Proficiency in front-end design flow, micro-architecture, unit partitioning, and pipelining.
• Proficiency in innovative design verification techniques, tools, and methodologies.
• Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Proven track record of successfully implementing complex GPU ASIC projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and encourage cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Outstanding problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
• Experience with AI and datacenter products.

Your base salary will be determined based based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 196,000 USD - 310,500 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 10, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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