Principal Deep Learning Algorithm Engineer

NVIDIA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 272,000 - 431,250; Full time

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Equity

Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA in Santa Clara, CA is seeking outstanding engineers to advance LLM inference workloads at datacenter scale. You will research and develop scalable systems, optimize workloads, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to shape next‑gen AI software.

The role requires deep learning system design, 15+ years of experience, and strong Python and C++ skills. The base salary range is 272,000 USD - 431,250 USD, with equity and benefits; applications accepted until July 26, 2026.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in CS, EE, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 15+ years of deep learning and system design experience.
• Proficiency in Python and C++ with performance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop scalable LLM inference systems and algorithms.
• Analyze workloads, profile performance, and optimize latency and throughput.
• Design and implement datacenter-scale architectures for agentic workflows.
• Collaborate with NVIDIA teams and external partners to define requirements.

Skills

Python

C++

Deep learning

Performance analysis

Education

PhD in Computer Science / related field

MS/BS in CS / Electrical Engineering or related

Job description

At NVIDIA, we are at the forefront of the constantly evolving field of large language models, and their application in agentic and reasoning use cases. As the scale and complexity of these LLM systems continues to increase, we are seeking outstanding engineers to join our team and help shape the future of LLM inference.

Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible with LLMs by improving the algorithmic performance and efficiency of systems that represent them. We constantly reflect on how to improve these systems, developing new inference algorithms and protocols, improving existing models, and seamlessly integrating improvements to ensure NVIDIA's solutions can efficiently handle large-scale, sophisticated tasks.

What you\'ll be doing:

• Research and Development: Explore and incorporate contemporary research on generative AI, agents, and inference systems into the NVIDIA LLM software stack.

• Workload Analysis and Optimization: Conduct in-depth analysis, profiling, and optimization of agentic LLM workloads to significantly reduce request latency and increase request throughput while maintaining workflow fidelity.

• System Design and Implementation: Design and implement scalable systems to accelerate agentic workflows and efficiently handle sophisticated datacenter-scale use cases.

• Collaboration and Communication: Advise future iterations of NVIDIA software, hardware, and system by engaging with a diverse set of teams at NVIDIA and external partners and formalizing the strategic requirements presented by their workloads.

What we need to see:

• BS, MS, PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 15+ years of experience in deep learning and deep learning systems design.

• Proficiency in Python and C++ programming

• Strong understanding of computer architecture, and GPU/parallel datacenter computing fundamentals.

• Proven interest in analyzing, modeling, and tuning application performance.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Experience in building large-scale LLM inference systems, especially those involving compound AI.

• Experience with processor and system-level performance modeling.

• GPU programming experience with CUDA or OpenCL.

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.

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 272,000 USD - 431,250 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 26, 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.