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Software Engineer, Hardware Tools and Methodology (Hybrid)

Santa Clara, CA
$218,500 / Year

Are you a forward-thinking engineer passionate about the intersection of software and hardware? NVIDIA is seeking a talented Software Engineer (Hardware Tools and Methodology) for our 2026 New College Grad program, offering you a unique opportunity to build the infrastructure that drives the next generation of AI and GPU technology.


Job Overview

  • Role: Software Engineer, Hardware Tools and Methodology (NCG 2026)
  • Company: NVIDIA
  • Location: Santa Clara, CA
  • Work Style: Hybrid

Primary Responsibilities

  • Architect and develop tools for RTL generation across all product lines.
  • Design automated workflows to support cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Optimize C++ algorithms for automated connectivity and logic insertion.
  • Enhance the quality and efficiency of existing design flows.

Eligibility Criteria: Required

  • Masterโ€™s degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong coding proficiency in C++.
  • Solid understanding of ASIC Design and Verilog RTL.
  • Demonstrated experience working across multi-functional engineering teams.

Eligibility Criteria: Preferred

  • Prior experience in RTL design (Verilog), verification, and synthesis.
  • Scripting expertise in Perl, Python, and Make.
  • Knowledge of Clocks/Resets design and verification.

At NVIDIA, you will join a high-impact team that values creativity, collaboration, and technical excellence. Our culture is defined by our “life work” of amplifying human imagination and intelligence. You will be supported by world-class mentors as you tackle some of the most complex problems in computer science.

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