Senior Compiler Engineer - Backend GPU

NVIDIA Gruppe; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 241,500; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA Gruppe in Santa Clara is seeking a Senior Backend Compiler Engineer focused on LLVM code generation. You will design and implement compiler optimizations targeting NVIDIA GPUs, ensuring high performance and low compilation times.

The ideal candidate has over 4 years of compiler development experience, strong C++ skills, and a solid understanding of software engineering principles. NVIDIA offers a competitive salary range of $152,000 to $241,500 along with equity and benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of compiler development experience including 3+ years with LLVM.
• Expertise in instruction scheduling, software pipelining, and register allocation.

Responsibilities

• Guide the design and implementation of a new LLVM based backend JIT compiler targeting NVIDIA GPUs.
• Design and develop new compiler passes and optimizations for performance.

Skills

LLVM code generation

C++ programming

Compiler design

Performance analysis tools

Communication skills

Education

B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

Senior Backend Compiler Engineer – NVIDIA

We are searching for a Senior Backend Compiler Engineer with experience in LLVM code generation for an exciting and fun role in our GPU Software organization. The Compiler team is responsible for constructing and emitting the highest performance GPU machine instructions for Graphics (OpenGL, Vulkan, DX) and Compute (CUDA, PTX, OpenCL, Fortran, C++). Our team comprises leading compiler engineering experts who deliver leading‑edge performance and capabilities for NVIDIA's current and future complex parallel SIMT architectures.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide the design and implementation of a new LLVM based backend JIT compiler targeting NVIDIA GPUs
• Design and develop new compiler passes and optimizations required to meet high performance and low compilation time requirements of the compiler
• Work with global compiler, hardware and application teams to oversee improvements and problem resolutions
• Apply and adapt the latest compiler technologies to produce premier, robust, and supportable compiler and tools
• Get a chance to influence and work on new GPU architectures

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of compiler development experience including 3+ years of experience in LLVM with a focus in code generation
• Expertise in LLVM code generation including instruction scheduling, software pipelining, register allocation, GlobalISel, TableGen, LLVM IR, and Machine IR (MIR)
• Proficient in compiler design and performance analysis tools
• Excellent hands‑on C++ programming skills applied to industry‑standard C++ compilers and development frameworks
• Strong background in software engineering principles with a focus on crafting robust and maintainable solutions to challenging problems
• Good communication and documentation skills and self‑motivated

Ways to Stand Out

• Masters or PhD preferred, with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience developing compiler optimizations and code generation for GPUs
• Experience in developing CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL/Vulkan applications
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead and influence others in the department

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 $152,000 USD – $241,500 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Additional Details

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until March 3, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate 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.