Senior IC Packaging Architect – NPI & FA Lead

Nvidia Corporation; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 345,000; Full time

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Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking an experienced Engineer to lead rapid IC packaging development for FA and NPI in Santa Clara, CA. You will drive R&D with internal and external partners, and establish advanced packaging processes to meet turnaround, reliability, and chip-package interaction goals.

The role requires 12+ years in IC packaging, deep knowledge of flip-chip, 2.5D/3D packaging, and familiarity with EDA tools like Cadence Allegro and FEM software (ANSYS/ABAQUS). Equity and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in materials/mechanical/electrical engineering or related semiconductor field.
• 12+ years of hands-on IC packaging development and/or NPI experience.
• Deep understanding of flip-chip, 2.5D/3D packaging, wire bonding.
• Familiarity with IC package EDA tools and FEM software such as ANSYS/ABAQUS.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and rapid prototyping of IC packages for FA and NPI.
• Characterize materials; evaluate molding compounds, substrates, adhesives.
• Coordinate failure analysis on prototype builds to identify root causes.
• Collaborate with foundries, OSAT partners, and design teams to implement processes.

Skills

Flip-chip packaging

2.5D/3D packaging

Wire bonding

Advanced substrates

Education

B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Materials Science or related semiconductor field

Tools

Cadence Allegro Package Designer

ANSYS

ABAQUS

Job description

NVIDIA is seeking an experienced Engineer to lead rapid IC packaging development for FA and NPI in Santa Clara, CA. You will drive R&D with internal and external partners, and establish advanced packaging processes to meet turnaround, reliability, and chip-package interaction goals.

The role requires 12+ years in IC packaging, deep knowledge of flip-chip, 2.5D/3D packaging, and familiarity with EDA tools like Cadence Allegro and FEM software (ANSYS/ABAQUS). Equity and benefits are included.