NVIDIA is seeking a Senior I/O Architect to join its NVLink chip-to-chip team, where you will define next-generation communications standards and products. This role involves researching and crafting architecture solutions for high-performance chip interconnects, optimizing for various factors including power efficiency and security. You will collaborate with design teams to establish interfaces between NVLink C2C blocks and other chip components, conduct architectural modeling and validation, and drive implementation across multiple engineering disciplines. The ideal candidate holds an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, along with extensive experience in link layer architecture and industry-standard protocols like PCIE, UCIE, CHI/CXL/AXI. You will work closely with multi-functional teams to integrate interconnect technology into complex systems and evaluate technical solutions to meet evolving product requirements.
Research and design architecture solutions for chip-to-chip communication.
Define interfaces and data flows between NVLink C2C blocks and other chip components.
Model, validate, define, and document NVLink C2C architecture thoroughly.
Drive implementation across design, verification, firmware, and software teams.
Evaluate technical solutions to meet platform requirements for current and future products.
What we're looking for
MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 10+ years of experience.
Proven expertise in link layer architecture (transaction, data link, physical layers).
Extensive knowledge of industry-standard protocols like CHI/CXL/AXI and existing interconnects.
Ability to define system architecture with NVLink-C2C interconnects and SW stack integration.
Strong collaboration skills across multi-functional teams for technology development and integration.
Experience leading projects through the entire product lifecycle, including pathfinding and deployment.
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$224,000–$356,500
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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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