Product Development Engineer

NVIDIA Corporation; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 259,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA, a leader in AI and accelerated computing, seeks a Product Development Engineer to drive new product development from concept through mass production. You’ll work across cross-functional teams, own NPI, wafer sorting, yield analysis, and develop PDE methodologies to ensure top-tier quality and performance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and QA, along with maintaining extensive technical documentation, specs, and test plans; prior AI/ML or GPU experience is a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, CS, or related field.
• 5+ years in product development with NPI, wafer sorting, and yield analysis.
• Proficiency in CAD software, JMP for statistics, and hands-on ATE (Advantest V93000).
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and the product rollout process.
• Excellent problem solving and multi-project management.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with AI, ML, or GPU tech is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, creation, and production of new products.
• Oversee the NPI process from prototype to mass production including wafer sorting and yield analysis.
• Collaborate with Foundry, R&D, manufacturing, and QA teams.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, specs, and test plans.
• Build PDE methodology infrastructures to support manufacturing and ensure high-quality outputs.

Skills

NPI expertise

Wafer sorting

Yield analysis

PDE methodology

GPU technologies

AI / ML understanding

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering/CS

Tools

CAD software

JMP

Advantest V93000

Job description

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. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world. As a Product Development Engineer at NVIDIA, you'll be at the forefront of developing innovative technology. This is a remarkable opportunity to join a world-class team and contribute to the composition, development, and groundbreaking of our powerful products. You'll be working in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams to invent new products and enhance existing ones. Our team thrives on innovation, demonstrating the latest advancements in AI and computing to push the boundaries of what's achievable!

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading the development, creation, and production of new products, ensuring they adhere to the highest quality and performance standards.
• Supervising the New Product Introduction (NPI) process to guarantee smooth progress from prototype to mass production, which involves performing wafer sorting and analyzing yield.
• Collaborating with the Foundry team for process understanding and Failure Analysis (FA) support, while working closely with R&D, manufacturing, and QA teams.
• Developing and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation, including specifications, development documents, and test plans.
• Building robust Product Development Engineering (PDE) methodology infrastructures to support manufacturing and ensure high-quality outputs.

What we need to see:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of demonstrated expertise in product development, covering NPI, wafer sorting, and yield analysis.
• Proficiency in CAD software, JMP for statistical analysis, and hands-on experience with ATE (Advantest V93000).
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and the product rollout process.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with experience in building robust PDE methodology infrastructures.
• Preferred skills include experience with AI, machine learning, or GPU technologies, knowledge of software development and programming languages, and familiarity with regulatory compliance and industry standards.

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be technology industry's best employers.

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.

The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 212,750 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 258,750 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 9, 2026.

We are 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.

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