Senior GPU Functional Modeling Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Diversity commitment

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

A leading computing company in Santa Clara seeks a Functional Modeling Engineer to work on GPU architecture projects. The role involves modeling GPU components, developing testing infrastructures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a BS, MS, or PhD with 5+ years of experience, strong programming skills in C++, C, and Python, along with a solid background in computer architecture. Competitive salary and equity options available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in related areas.
• Solid background in Computer Architecture and modeling.
• Proficient in ML frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow.

Responsibilities

• Model GPU architecture, baseboard components, and features.
• Document, design, develop tools to analyze and simulate models.
• Improve simulation platforms for future GPU architectures.

Skills

C++ programming

C programming

Python scripting

Problem-solving

Debugging skills

Collaboration

Education

BS, MS, PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

LangChain

System C

TLM

Job description

Our work at NVIDIA is dedicated towards a computing model focused on visual and AI computing. For two decades, NVIDIA has pioneered visual computing, the art and science of computer graphics, with our invention of the GPU. The GPU has also shown to be spectacularly effective at solving some of the most complex problems in computer science. Today, NVIDIA’s GPU simulates human intelligence, running deep learning algorithms and acting as the brain of computers, robots and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. We are looking to grow our company and teams with the smartest people in the world and there has never been a more exciting time to join our team!NVIDIA Architecture Modeling group is looking for Architects, Functional Modeling Engineers, and Simulation experts to join various architecture efforts across GPU Architecture teams. In this position, you will be working with other world-class architects on enabling functional simulation platforms across GPU generations.**What you’ll be doing:*** Modeling of GPU architecture, baseboard components and other features* Work in a matrixed environment, across the different modeling teams, to document, design, develop tools to analyze and simulate, validate and verify models* Familiarize with different functional and performance simulation models across Nvidia and work through modeling features* Develop tests, test plans and testing infrastructure for new architectures/ features* Guide the improvement of the simulation platform and expand other resources to support future GPU architectures* Develop or use AI to help with day-to-day tasks**What we need to see:*** BS, MS, PhD or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of experience in related areas* Proficient programming skills in C++, C, and scripting languages such as Python or Perl.* Solid background in Computer Architecture with experience in modeling (System C & TLM preferred)* Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, and LangChain* Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with a track record of driving issues to closure* Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work successfully in a distributed team environment* Strong collaboration skills with design and engineering teamsYour 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 for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4.You will also be eligible for equity and .Applications for this job will be accepted at least until February 24, 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.