Senior Applied AI and AI Infrastructure Engineer - Chip Design and DFX

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Santa Clara, CA, USA
In-Office
200K-380K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Computer Vision • Hardware • Robotics • Metaverse
The Role
As a Senior Applied AI and AI Infrastructure Engineer, you will manage AI projects, deploy infrastructure, mentor junior engineers, and apply AI for chip design.
Summary Generated by Built In

NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our 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. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are hard to solve, that only we can address, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human creativity and intelligence. Make the choice to join us today.

Design-for-X Engineering at NVIDIA works on groundbreaking innovations involving crafting creative solutions in AI for Chip Design and AI for Predictions in various use cases in manufacturing testing on some of the industry's most complex semiconductor chips.

What you'll be doing:

  • As a senior member in our team, you will work on Applied AI projects that requires ML & Gen AI expertise.

  • You will work on building and managing deployment cycles as part of the AI Infrastructure requirements at an org-wide level.

  • For setting up a robust AI infrastructure, you will be the liaison between on-prem infrastructure teams and SW dev teams, while monitoring performance, automating deployments and maintaining code pipelines.

  • You will work on hard-to-solve problems in the Design For Test space which will involve application of algorithm design, using statistical tools to analyze and interpret complex datasets and explorations using Applied AI methods.

  • In addition, you will help develop and deploy DFT methodologies for our next generation products using Gen AI solutions.

  • You will also help mentor junior engineers on test designs and trade-offs including cost and quality.

What we need to see:

  • BSEE (or equivalent experience) with 12+, MSEE with 10+, or PhD with 6+ years of experience in AI Infrastructure management, Applied Machine Learning and Gen AI.

  • Excellent knowledge in building agents and multi-agentic ecosystems

  • Experience with SQL, ETL, and data modeling 

  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) 

  • Architect and optimize multi-region, globally distributed systems to meet our high standards for availability, latency, and throughput

  • Lead data modeling, performance tuning, and capacity planning for large-scale mission-critical Gen AI workloads

  • Strong programming skills in Python, C++ expected

  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills with the curiosity to work on rare challenges.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Experience in Ai infrastructure management for real-world systems

  • Experience in application of AI for Chip Design problem-solving

  • Good understanding of technology and passionate about what you do

  • Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills, specifically a proven ability to effectively guide and influence within a dynamic environment

NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our world-class engineering teams are growing fast. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with real passion for technology, we want to hear from you!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD for Level 5, and 248,000 USD - 379,500 USD for Level 6.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 6, 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

  • BSEE or equivalent with 12+ years, MSEE with 10+, or PhD with 6+ years in AI Infrastructure management, Applied Machine Learning, and Gen AI
  • Experience with SQL, ETL, and data modeling
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Strong programming skills in Python, C++

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 Equity awards and a discounted ESPP are highlighted as core parts of total compensation, enabling employees to share in the company’s success. Stock-based compensation and the two-year lookback ESPP are consistently described as especially valuable.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is portrayed as robust, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options alongside mental health support and on-site care resources. Employer HSA contributions and wellness perks reinforce the depth of the offering.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs are depicted as strong, featuring a meaningful 401(k) match with Roth options and support for Mega Backdoor Roth contributions. These elements position long-term savings as a notable advantage of the total rewards package.

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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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