Senior C++ Software Engineer - Chip Design Tools

NVIDIA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 152,000 - 287,500; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

A leading technology company in Durham, North Carolina is seeking an experienced software developer to optimize chip design workflows and develop tools in C++ and Golang. Candidates should have a BS and over 5 years of software development experience, with a solid understanding of algorithms and computer architecture. The position also offers a competitive salary ranging from $152,000 to $287,500 based on level and experience, alongside benefits and equity options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Solid understanding of algorithms and computer science theory.
• Flexibility for working in a global dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Build reliable, scalable software for engineers worldwide.
• Develop software tools in C++/Golang for chip design.
• Optimize workflows of chip modelers and designers.

Skills

C++

Golang

Unix/Linux

Algorithms

Computer architecture

VLSI frontend design

Static and dynamic code analysis tools

Education

BS or equivalent experience

MS or PhD preferred

Job description

NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 fueled the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new challenges that are hard to tackle, that only we can pursue, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human creativity and intelligence. Make the choice to join us today!

What You'll Be Doing

• Work as a team to build reliable, scalable and high performance software that are easy to use by hundreds of engineers worldwide.
• Develop software tools in C++/Golang to analyze and construct chip designs described in C++, Verilog or domain-specific languages (DSLs).
• Research and develop software solutions to allow greater efficiency in architecture, hardware and software teams.
• Optimize the daily workflows of the world's top chip modelers and designers.

What We Need To See

• BS (or equivalent experience) and 5+ years of software development experience., MS (or PHD) preferred.
• Experienced with C++ or Golang, Unix/Linux.
• Solid understanding of algorithms, computer architecture and computer science theory
• Experienced with VLSI frontend design and verification
• Flexibility/adaptability for working in a global and dynamic environment with different frameworks and requirements

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd

• Good architecture and RTL design knowledge
• Strong expertise in modern C++, compiler, build systems, and database.
• Experienced with static and dynamic code analysis tools

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until January 13, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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