Senior Silicon Validation Engineer

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 264,500; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA is looking for a passionate Senior Silicon Validation Engineer to join its team in Santa Clara, California. This role is pivotal in validating the world’s leading GPUs and SOCs, contributing to groundbreaking technology in AI and computing.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and a BS or MS in relevant fields. NVIDIA offers a competitive salary ranging from 168,000 to 310,500 USD based on level and experience, along with equity and comprehensive benefits.

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Qualifications

• 10+ years of proven experience in Silicon validation.
• Good fundamentals in debugging methodologies.
• Familiarity with production flows.

Responsibilities

• Validate industry leading processors for deep learning and high performance computing.
• Manage validation of chip features and lead debug of observations.
• Work multi-functionally with various teams.

Skills

Debugging methodologies

Problem solving skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS or MS in EE, ECE, CS or equivalent

Tools

Logic analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Job description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. 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.

NVIDIA is seeking passionate Senior Silicon Validation Engineers to validate the world’s leading GPUs and SOCs. This position offers the opportunity to have real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company influencing product lines ranging from data center compute to self-driving cars. We have crafted an outstanding team of people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the platform for the future of computing. Join our team of hardworking engineers who work across the micro-architecture, design, verification, implementation and post silicon validation of state of the art NVIDIA chips.

What you’ll be doing:

• Validate the industry’s leading processors for deep learning, gaming, and high performance computing.
• Understand the design and implementation and bridge your knowledgetobring-up and productization
• Manage the validation of chip features and lead debug of observations on Silicon.
• Work multi-functionally with ASIC, SW, System, Characterization and ATE teams to accomplish your tasks.

What we need to see:

• BS or MS in EE, ECE, CS or equivalent experience with 10+ years of proven experience.
• Good fundamentalsindebugging methodologies and strong problem solving skills
• Exposure to post silicon bringup and validation, and familiarity with production flows.
• Proven track record to work cross functionally and drive issues to closure.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability & desire to work as a standout colleague are a must.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Prior experience diagnosing complex issues at the intersection of hardware and software is a plus!
• Wholistic thinker who considers trade-offs between functional, power and performance criteria's
• Background with lab equipment like logic analyzers, oscilloscopes etc. is helpful.

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 - 264,500 USD for Level 4, and 196,000 USD - 310,500 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until April 28, 2026.

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.