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Our Compiler team is responsible for constructing and emitting the highest performance GPU machine instructions for Graphics (OpenGL, Vulkan, DX) and Compute (CUDA, PTX, OpenCL, Fortran, C++). This team is comprised of worldwide leading compiler engineering experts who provide leading edge performance and capabilities for NVIDIA's current and future complex parallel SIMT architectures.\nWhat you will be doing:\nUnderstand, modify, and improve an NVIDIA proprietary GPU compiler backend written in C++\nDesign and develop new compiler passes and optimizations to produce best-in-class, robust, supportable compiler and tools\nWork with global compiler, hardware and application teams to oversee improvements and problem resolutions\nBe part of a team that is at the center of deep-learning compiler technology spanning architecture design and support through functional languages\nWhat we need to see:\nB.S. or degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience\n3+ years of compiler code generation experience\nExcellent hands-on C++ programming skills\nStrong background in software engineering principles with a focus on crafting robust and maintainable solutions to challenging problems\nGood communication and documentation skills and self-motivated\nWays to stand out from the crowd:\nM.S./PhD. with significant compiler related project or thesis work preferred\nBackground in LLVM code generation including instruction scheduling, software pipelining, register allocation, GlobalISel, TableGen, LLVM IR, and Machine IR (MIR)\nExperience in developing CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL/Vulkan applications\nNVIDIA's invention of the GPU 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, we are increasingly known as “the AI computing company”.\nWith highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology industry's most desirable employers. We have some of the most brilliant and hardworking people in the world working with us and our product lines are growing fast in some of the hottest state of the art fields such as Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Vehicles, Virtual Reality, etc. Our diverse team of talented, capable, and professional people are our greatest asset! If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you!\nYour base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD.You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.\nApplications for this job will be accepted at least until October 9, 2026.This posting is for an existing vacancy.\nNVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.\nNVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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