Senior Circuit Methodology Engineer

Nvidia Corporation; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 218,500; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

Nvidia Corporation is seeking a Senior Circuit Methodology Engineer based in Santa Clara, California. This role involves evaluating EDA tools, implementing workflows, and maintaining vendor relationships, focusing on enhancing circuit design quality. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in circuit design methodology, proficient in Python and Perl programming, and familiar with Cadence/Synopsys systems. A competitive salary range is offered from 136,000 USD to 264,500 USD based on level.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in circuit design methodology using Cadence/Synopsys.
• Familiarity with Cadence ADE Assembler is beneficial.
• Experience with transient simulators like HSpice or Spectre is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new tools with EDA vendors to improve circuit design quality.
• Implement and maintain EDA tool workflows.
• Review past cases to improve procedures and infrastructure.

Skills

Programming (Python)

Programming (Perl)

Circuit Design Methodology

Cadence/Synopsys Tools

Transient Simulators

AI Algorithms

Education

BSEE, BSCE or equivalent

Tools

Cadence ADE Assembler

HSpice

Spectre/Spectrex

Job description

NVIDIA's invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked 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 - with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Today, we are increasingly known as "the AI computing company." We're looking to grow our company and build our teams with the smartest people in the world. Join us at the forefront of technological advancement.

We are looking for a Senior Circuit Methodology Engineer that will work closely with Nvidia's circuit design engineering team in the area of circuit methodology. Circuit simulator qualification and 3rd party (EDA) tool evaluation/integration will be emphasized to help our circuit design team achieve higher design quality, efficiency, and decision enablement in complex design scenarios. This position carries a critical responsibility across the whole circuit design department!

What you’ll be doing

• We need someone who will work with our EDA vendors on evaluating new tools to benefit circuit design quality and reduce design-cycle times.
• To achieve this, you will take ownership of new EDA tool workflows that will involve architecting, implementing, advertising (in-house), and maintenance of these workflows.
• This engineer will also work on maintaining our relationships with the EDA vendors and will likely be asked to participate in EDA conferences as a guest and/or speaker.
• Part of owning EDA workflows is that we often promote Nvidia ideas to help advise EDA tool development/improvement to be most advantageous to Nvidia.
• You would take part in reviewing past problem cases and address issues with procedure or infrastructure improvements.
  You may be involved in facilitating the integration of AI algorithms into workflows for improved efficiency!

What we need to see

• BSEE, BSCE or equivalent experience.
• Mid-level of programming skill is a must (primarily Python and Perl).
• 5 plus years of working experience related to circuit design methodology using Cadence/Synopsys based system (Virtuoso/Custom Compiler, respectively). Previous design experience is a huge plus.
• Familiarity with Cadence ADE Assembler is very beneficial.
• Working experience with transient simulator like: alps, hspice, primesim, spectre/spectrex is very beneficial.
• Experience with viewing and manipulating layout is a big plus.
• Exposure to, and experience with AI algorithms/flows is a big plus.

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 - 218,500 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 16, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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