Research Scientist, ML Systems - PhD New College Grad 2026

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168K-265K Annually
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Artificial Intelligence • Computer Vision • Hardware • Robotics • Metaverse
The Role
Conduct research on efficient, scalable, resilient, and trustworthy machine learning systems. Develop hardware, software, and infrastructure solutions; co-design AI algorithms and systems; analyze performance, scaling, and resilience; collaborate across hardware, software, AI, and networking teams; and publish original research.
Summary Generated by Built In

Today, NVIDIA is tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, encouraging environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how we can make a lasting impact on the world. 

We are now looking for a Research Scientist New Graduate with a focus on Machine Learning Systems (MLSys). NVIDIA Research is seeking exceptional systems researchers to contribute to the development of hardware, software, and infrastructure technology for ML systems of all scales. Advances in AI/ML heavily rely on the development of efficient, scalable, resilient, and trustworthy systems for training, fine-tuning, and serving ML models. AI/ML applications are also pushing the limits of both personal devices and warehouse-scale data centers. All layers of AI systems need to be co-designed and co-optimized to maximize performance and energy efficiency, improve scalability, and support emerging algorithms in this space. We are seeking candidates that have a proven track record of research excellence, a broad perspective on systems design across the full hardware/software/infrastructure stack, and depth in one of the layers such as AI/ML systems, operating systems, distributed systems, data management, cloud computing, and computer architecture.
 

What you'll be doing:

  • Understand and analyze the efficiency, scaling, and resilience challenges in ML systems, algorithms, and applications. 

  • Develop creative systems solutions (hardware, software, infrastructure) for future ML systems of all scales.  

  • Contribute to the co-design of next-generation AI/ML algorithms and systems. 

  • Collaborate with a diverse set of research and product teams across the company, spanning software, hardware, AI, and networking.

  • Publish original research and speak at conferences and events.
     

What we need to see:

  • Recent graduate with a Ph.D. in CS/CE/EE with a strong background in operating systems, distributed systems, inference and training systems, data management systems, networking, cloud computing, and/or computer architecture (or equivalent experience). A strong publication, patent, and research collaboration history is a huge advantage.

  • Demonstrated expertise in one specific area with the ability to become the go-to resource within a team having varied backgrounds.

  • Background with experimental research and development.

  • Experience with C, C++, Python, and/or scripting languages.

  • Experience with using AI tools for analysis, design, and code development. 

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you! 

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary range for this position is 168,000 USD – 264,500 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 3, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive 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.

Skills Required

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Strong background in operating systems, distributed systems, inference and training systems, data management systems, networking, cloud computing, and/or computer architecture
  • Demonstrated expertise in at least one specific technical area
  • Background with experimental research and development
  • Experience with C, C++, Python, and/or scripting languages
  • Experience using AI tools for analysis, design, and code development
  • Strong publication, patent, and research collaboration history

NVIDIA Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NVIDIA and has not been reviewed or approved by NVIDIA.

  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Company stock and RSUs have driven exceptional total compensation, with a generous employee stock purchase plan and ongoing equity refreshers playing a central role. Feedback suggests historic share-price gains created significant financial upside for many.
  • Healthcare Strength — Multiple plan options (HSA, PPO, and in some locations Kaiser) with in-network preventive care covered at 100% and company HSA contributions indicate a robust offering. Mental-health sessions and broad dental, vision, and disability coverage further strengthen the package.
  • Parental & Family Support — Up to 22 weeks of fully paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and coverage for IVF and egg freezing are highlighted as standout features. Additional family-care resources and caregiving support broaden the appeal.

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The Company
HQ: Santa Clara, CA
21,960 Employees
Year Founded: 1993

What We Do

NVIDIA’s 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 ignited modern AI — the next era of computing — with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Today, NVIDIA is increasingly known as “the AI computing company.”

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