As a CAD Engineer at NVIDIA’s SOC Design Methodology team, you will work on developing and refining system-level methodologies and software tools to streamline the creation of cutting-edge GPUs and SOCs. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing and implementing robust C++ APIs and libraries, building automated test infrastructure for SOC assembly workflows, identifying inefficiencies in the design process, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement. You will also contribute to scripting and infrastructure improvements to enhance methodology adoption and ensure high-quality RTL delivery to downstream teams. Ideal candidates have a strong background in software engineering, particularly with C++ tool development, along with proficiency in Python or Perl for automation. Experience with SOC integration concepts and industry-standard EDA tools is beneficial, as is the ability to mentor junior engineers and lead technical projects.
Develop and maintain system-level methodologies and software tools for efficient SOC creation.
Design, implement, and test robust software components to streamline SOC design and assembly.
Build automated test infrastructure to ensure correctness and scalability of SOC assembly workflows.
Identify inefficiencies in the SOC implementation process and propose actionable improvements.
Enable high-quality RTL delivery with thorough quality checks and automation reviews.
Contribute scripting and infrastructure improvements to accelerate methodology adoption.
What we're looking for
3+ years of hands-on software engineering experience developing C++ tools
Strong analytical skills with expertise in debugging complex systems
Proficiency in Python, Perl, or similar scripting languages for automation
Experience building scalable test and regression frameworks for toolchains
Hands-on familiarity with SOC assembly/integration workflows and EDA tools
BS or MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent
Excellent communication skills to build consensus and translate user needs
Market check
Salary context
This
$136,000–$218,500
range sits above
45%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$151,500–$222,500
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$158,400–$216,250
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
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About Nvidia
Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing
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