Senior Packaging Technical Engineer - Hardware

NVIDIA Corporation; California; On-site; USD 168,000 - 322,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA Corporation in California seeks an experienced packaging/design engineer to define and implement chip pad rings, substrate interconnect schemes, and lead the package layout design process.

Collaborate with circuits, signal integrity, RTL, place-and-route, substrate layout and system design teams to deliver a robust electrical packaging solution. Requires a BSEE or equivalent and 8+ years in board/system design, with package design experience preferred.

Qualifications

• BSEE or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8+ years in board/system design; package design experience preferred.
• Knowledge of transmission line theory, power delivery and signal integrity.
• Scripting skills in Perl, Python, Tcl; Cadence and Excel familiarity are plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the chip pad ring and substrate interconnect scheme, and lead the package layout design process.
• Collaborate with circuits, signal integrity, RTL, place-and-route, substrate layout and system design teams.
• Work to define a chip floor plan, pad ring, substrate, and ball-out for robust electrical packaging.
• Communicate effectively with various teams across the company.

Skills

Transmission line theory

Power delivery

Signal integrity

Perl scripting

Python scripting

Tcl scripting

Cadence

Excel

Education

BSEE or equivalent experience

Tools

Cadence

Excel

Job description

Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

Our dynamic work environment demands proactive ownership, as you’ll play a key role in driving technology across multiple functions. In this position, you’ll be responsible for crafting and implementing silicon pad rings, as well as working with a variety of package technology types and complex technologies. This is not just another engineering role—it’s a unique opportunity that actively encourages innovative, out-of-the-box problem solvers to contribute and shape the future of our technology.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Your responsibilities include defining and implementing the chip pad ring, substrate interconnect scheme, and lead the package layout design process.
• We collaborate with large teams consisting of Circuit, Signal Integrity, RTL, Place and Route, substrate layout and system design Engineers and Managers.
• Work to define a chip floor plan, pad ring, substrate, and ball out implementing a robust world-class electrical package!
• Communicate effectively with various teams throughout the company

What We Need To See

• BSEE or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8+ years in board/system design. Experience with package design is preferred.
• Good understanding of transmission line theory, power delivery and signal integrity is desired.
• It is preferred to have programming and scripting skills in Perl, Python, Tcl desired, Cadence Skill and EXCEL familiarity are useful and a plus.
• Hardworking and able to work with a minimum of supervision.
• You seek to solve complex technical problems.

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 258,750 USD for Level 4, and 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 22, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive 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.