Senior Circuit Design Engineer

We are now hiring for a Senior Circuit Design Engineer! 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 tackle, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human imagination and intelligence. Make the choice, join our diverse team today.The Advanced Technologies Group is looking to hire a Circuit Design Engineer in our group. Do you have a proven EE background with an in-depth understanding of circuits, simulation, library characterization and static timing analysis? Enjoy working on the cutting edge of process technologies? Have strong programming skills? If you answered yes to all above, then we have a job that might be a good fit for you! The job will be at our company headquarters in Santa Clara, CA.What you'll be doing:Characterizing standard cell libraries for advanced process technologiesDeveloping extraction environments for standard cell characterizationCollaborating with cross functional teams to drive PPA targets and provide guidanceAnalyzing foundry device models & layout dependent effects, track spice to silicon correlationAutomating characterization flows to improve efficiency Validating aging and self-heating effects of device modelsWhat we need to see:B.S or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience5+ years industry experienceAn understanding of transistor device behavior, layout dependent device behavior, aging and self-heating effects on advanced FinFET process nodesStrong background in Standard cell design and layout on advanced process nodesExperience with standard cell timing, power, statistical characterization and modeling. Familiar with advanced variation modeling techniquesStrong experience with gate level spice simulations, variation analysis and parasitic extractions.Experience with industry standard layout/schematic editor, timing characterization and parasitic extraction toolsWe are looking for someone with excellent programming skillsScripting experience with Perl/Python. Layout automation with Cadence Skill is additional advantage. Familiarity with debugging timing reportsGreat interpersonal skillsA passion for working closely with foundry partners and providing excellent support for end-usersNVIDIA 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!The base salary range is $124,000 - $247,250. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse 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.