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We have crafted a team of extraordinary people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the platform for the future of computing!\nWhat you’ll be doing:\nAs a member of the architecture team, you will be responsible for understanding how the GPU sub-system modules interoperate and interact with overall system\n\nYou will architect and plan features in concert with software, hardware, and verification teams across the globe to implement the next iteration of GPUs\n\nCreate functional and performance models, often in C++, along with test plans to validate the features you design\n\nActively support post-silicon validation activities\n\nConstantly learning and growing!\n\nWhat we need to see:\nBS or MS in compute architecture, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering (or related degree) or equivalent experience\n\n8+ years of experience crafting production code in C or C++\n\nCourse work or industry experience in Computer Architecture, Operation systems, and/or system architecture\n\nWays to stand out from the crowd:\nKnowledge of Advanced interconnects (PCIe, AXI, nvlink, or similar)\n\nExperience with scripting languages such as Perl\n\nUnderstanding of modern security constructs and/or encryption\n\nKnowledge of RiscV architecture and microcode development\n\nNVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most brilliant and talented people in the world working for us. Are you creative and autonomous? Do you love the challenge of creating the highest performance chips in the industry? If so, 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 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD.You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.\nApplications for this job will be accepted at least until January 13, 2026.This posting is for an existing vacancy.\nNVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.\nNVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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