Senior Compiler Engineer - Smart Network Devices

Nvidia

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Santa Clara, US Posted 9 days ago $152,000–$241,500 / year

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TL;DR

Join our Compiler team as a senior software engineer specializing in compiler technology, optimizations, and networking protocols to drive the development of programmable networks at datacenter scale using NVIDIA DPUs. You will lead static and runtime optimization implementations, develop proof-of-concept networking applications, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced compilers and optimizations into our products. Ideal candidates possess a deep understanding of compiler technologies, hardware design, and network programming, along with strong C/C++ and Python skills. A BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience is required, alongside 5+ years of relevant work or research in performance analysis and compiler optimizations. Experience with open-source compilers, Linux networking stacks, and hardware packet processing pipelines is a plus.

Skills

C/C++ Python Linux Networking protocols Compiler technology Open source compilers Hardware design Performance analysis Code generation Debugging Test design Cross-functional collaboration

What you'll do

Lead the development of static and runtime optimizations using deep knowledge of compiler technologies.
Develop proof-of-concept implementations for networking applications and guide their integration into products.
Stay current with advancements in compiler technology, networking protocols, and hardware design.
Collaborate on cross-functional teams to advance NVIDIA’s business goals through cohesive technology strategies.
Design and architect advanced compiler frameworks and contribute to the development of programmable networks.

What we're looking for

BS/MS in Computer Science or Engineering, PhD preferred
5+ years experience in performance analysis and compiler optimizations
Expertise in C/C++ and Python programming with strong software design skills
Knowledge of network protocols, Linux networking stack, and hardware packet processing
Experience working with open source compiler code bases and designing compiler frameworks

Market check

Salary context

This $152,000–$241,500 range sits above 80% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$120,500–$215,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$141,981–$196,750

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

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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

Nvidia currently has 801 open roles on FindRole.

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