Senior CPU Design Engineer

NVIDIA Gruppe; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 168,000 - 310,500; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA Gruppe is seeking a Senior CPU Design Engineer in Hillsboro, Oregon, to design and implement high-performance, low-power CPUs for its diverse product portfolio.

The ideal candidate should have a BS or MS in electrical or computer engineering and over 8 years of relevant experience. A strong background in micro-architecture, Verilog/SystemVerilog, and scripting skills is essential. NVIDIA offers a competitive salary ranging from USD 168,000 to USD 310,500, plus equity and benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of proven experience in micro-architecture and RTL development of complex, high-speed designs.
• Strong scripting skills in Perl and Python.
• Exposure to computer architecture and digital systems design.

Responsibilities

• Drive micro-architecture definition and documentation of CPU sub-systems.
• Implement RTL and ensure functional design coordination with verification.
• Deliver synthesis/timing-clean designs and collaborate on routable layouts.

Skills

Logic design

Verilog/SystemVerilog

Scripting (Perl, Python)

Micro-architecture experience

Digital systems design

Education

BS or MS in electrical or computer engineering

Job description

Senior CPU Design Engineer

We are seeking a senior engineer to design and implement high‑performance, low‑power CPUs for NVIDIA’s broad product portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Drive micro‑architecture definition, feasibility studies, and documentation of CPU sub‑systems.
• Implement RTL and coordinate with verification to ensure functional design.
• Optimize logic to meet performance, timing, and power targets.
• Deliver synthesis/timing‑clean designs, collaborate with physical design for routable layouts.
• Support hardware engineering activities including floor plan, power/clock distribution, chip assembly, timing closure, power and noise analysis, and back‑end verification.
• Develop flows and tools as needed to support design activities.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in electrical or computer engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of proven experience in micro‑architecture and RTL development of complex, high‑speed designs, ideally in CPU subsystems.
• Exposure to computer architecture and digital systems design.
• Highly proficient in logic design, Verilog/SystemVerilog, and a deep understanding of physical design and VLSI.
• Strong scripting skills (Perl, Python).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary: USD 168,000–264,500 for Level4 and USD 196,000–310,500 for Level5, plus equity and benefits.

Equity eligibility and benefits are available to qualified candidates.

Application Window

Applications are accepted until March20,2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and prides itself on being 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.