Principal GPU Memory Architect

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

Job summary

NVIDIA Gruppe in Santa Clara is seeking a seasoned architect specializing in CPU/GPU systems. The role involves developing innovative high-performance architectures and enhancing memory systems with a focus on energy efficiency. Candidates should have 18+ years of experience, particularly in power analysis tools and programming in C/C++.

The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from 272,000 to 431,250 USD, equity, and a commitment to diversity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of experience in CPU/GPU architecture and memory systems design.
• Expertise in power analysis and modeling in pipeline-based architectures.
• Good understanding of power analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative high-performance processor and system architectures.
• Participate in performance and power simulation.
• Collaborate with outside partners on system infrastructure.

Skills

CPU/GPU architecture

Memory systems design

Energy efficiency

Power analysis tools

C and C++ programming

Scripting languages

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Power Artist

Synopsys PTPX

Verilog

VHDL

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative high-performance processor and system architectures, focusing on the memory system and energy efficiency.
• Develop architecture and micro‑architecture features to improve the state‑of‑the‑art in GPU memory systems, optimizing along the axes of perf/W, perf/mm, and perf/$.
• Develop and enhance architecture prototype models for power and noise analysis.
• Participate in performance and power simulation of features to analyze, define, and improve energy per byte.
• Analyze benchmarks, application workloads, and performance/power simulation and emulation results to identify areas for architecture optimizations.
• Debug power, performance, and functional issues with high‑level models, RTL simulation and emulation, silicon, and systems.
• Collaborate with outside partners on system infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of experience in CPU/GPU architecture, memory systems design with a focus on energy efficiency in the system.
• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Expertise in power analysis and modeling in pipeline‑based architectures.
• Good understanding of power analysis tools like ANSYS Power Artist, Synopsys PTPX, etc.
• Experience with C, C++, and some scripting languages.

Ways to Stand Out

• MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience with hardware design languages such as Verilog or VHDL.
• Prior experience in developing and optimizing algorithms for power efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and drive continuous improvement in system architecture.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

Benefits

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.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. 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.