Senior Mask Designer and CAD Engineer

NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over the past two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning has ignited modern AI, marking the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a "learning machine" that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are challenging, unique to us, and impactful to the world. This is our life's work: to amplify human creativity and intelligence. We would love to hear from you!

We are seeking a Senior Mask Layout Design Engineer to join our growing and dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be excited about contributing to the development of components used by custom circuit designers within the company. A successful candidate must have extensive skill coding experience, as the role involves developing and maintaining pcells and writing regression test cases.

What you will be doing:

• Perform physical layout for custom device-level components such as MOSFETs, resistors, and capacitors used in all NVIDIA products, utilizing state-of-the-art sub-micron CMOS technologies and Cadence tools.
• Collaborate with a team of CAD engineers in the Advanced Technologies Group, as well as with mixed-signal, digital custom, and SRAM designers.
• Engage in custom layout and verification against design rules and schematics.
• Write skill code to generate regression test cases for simple and complex pcells and other components.

What we need to see:

• BSEE degree (or equivalent experience)
• 7+ years of industry experience in Mask and Layout Design.
• Deep understanding of layout concepts in submicron CMOS technologies.
• Expertise with Cadence custom circuit design tools, particularly Virtuoso.
• Experience running and debugging with verification tools such as Calibre and ICV.
• Strong teamwork capabilities, good interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and positive energy.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Skill, Perl, or Python.
• Knowledge of DRC and LVS checking flows, with the ability to customize decks.

NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our world-class engineering teams are growing fast. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with real passion for technology, we want to hear from you!

The base salary range is 164,000 USD - 258,750 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. NVIDIA accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

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.