Senior Compiler Engineer, AI Inference Platforms

NVIDIA; California (MO); On-site; USD 152,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking an AI & Deep Learning Compiler Engineer in the United States to push the performance of its Deep Learning & AI Compiler (DLC) across data centers, devices, and robotics. You will analyze DL networks, design optimization strategies, and collaborate with framework and GPU teams to accelerate inference work.

Strong C/C++ and Python, plus experience with MLIR/LLVM/XLA/Triton, are essential. You’ll lead development efforts, define APIs, and contribute to future NVIDIA GPUs while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of relevant work or research experience in performance analysis and compiler optimizations.
• Experience with compiler technologies (e.g., MLIR, LLVM, XLA, Triton, etc.).
• Excellent C/C++ and Python programming and software design skills, including debugging, performance analysis, and test design.
• Ability to work independently, define project goals and scope, and lead your own development efforts.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required along with the ability to work in a dynamic product-oriented team.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing deep learning networks and developing compiler optimization algorithms.
• Collaborating with members of the deep learning software framework teams and the GPU architecture teams to accelerate the next generation of deep learning software.
• Scope of these efforts includes defining public APIs, performance optimizations and analysis, crafting and implementing compiler techniques for AI workloads and future NVIDIA GPUs.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python programming

Compiler optimizations

Performance analysis

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/related field

Master’s degree in CS/related field

Ph.D. in CS/related field

Tools

MLIR

LLVM

XLA

Triton

Job description

NVIDIA's invention of the GPU 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 are looking for an AI & Deep Learning Compiler Engineer. NVIDIA is hiring software engineers for its Deep Learning & AI Compiler (DLC) team. Academic and commercial groups around the world are using GPUs to power a revolution in deep learning, enabling breakthroughs in many areas, e.g. large language models, generative AI, recommendation systems, image classification, speech recognition, etc. With the rapid advancement of AI, our DLC has been the backbone of NVIDIA’s inference engine, spanning across data centers, personal devices, automotive, and robotics. The compiler must deliver leading inference performance, fast build time, reduced memory footprints, and ease of use in the forms of both Ahead-of-Time and Just-in-Time. Join the team building the DLC which will be used by the entire deep learning community.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Analyzing deep learning networks and developing compiler optimization algorithms.
• Collaborating with members of the deep learning software framework teams and the GPU architecture teams to accelerate the next generation of deep learning software.
• Scope of these efforts includes defining public APIs, performance optimizations and analysis, crafting and implementing compiler techniques for AI workloads and future NVIDIA GPUs.

What We Need To See

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of relevant work or research experience in performance analysis and compiler optimizations.
• Experience with compiler technologies (e.g., MLIR, LLVM, XLA, Triton, etc.).
• Excellent C/C++ and Python programming and software design skills, including debugging, performance analysis, and test design.
• Ability to work independently, define project goals and scope, and lead your own development efforts.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required along with the ability to work in a dynamic product-oriented team.

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd

• Proficient in CPU and/or GPU architecture. CUDA or OpenCL programming experience.
• Understanding of deep learning models, algorithms and frameworks, such as PyTorch, JAX.
• GPU kernel authoring and performance analysis using tools such as Nsight Compute.
• A track record of success in mentoring early-career engineers and interns is a bonus.
• Track record on new hardware bring-up is a plus.

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our exclusive engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you.

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 - 241,500 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until February 27, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse 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.