Senior Compiler Engineer - PVA

US, CA, Santa Clara Until 8/28/2026 8+ years exp First posted June 29, 2026 Last posted June 29, 2026
Job description

NVIDIA is now looking for a Senior Compiler Engineer to join our Programmable Vision Accelerator (PVA) Tools Team!

Are you ready to push the boundaries of what’s possible? NVIDIA has revolutionized parallel computing, and the development of the CUDA programming model has fueled its power. NVIDIA developed a powerful computing platform (PVA) focused on vision and deep learning applications. PVA is being used in many of the largest autonomous vehicle and robotics projects in the world. Join us in solving real-world problems with innovative and groundbreaking compiler development!

What you'll be doing:

  • Crafting and implementing new features for the PVA platform and SDK.

  • Collaborating with application teams to address interesting and relevant compilation challenges.

  • Working closely with team members on projects related to compiler development.

  • Bringing to bear existing technologies and other available resources in the compiler development process.

  • Driving the future of Python, CUDA, and other domain specific languages.

What we need to see:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, ECE, or related field (Ph.D. or Master’s preferred) or equivalent experience.

  • 8+ years of experience developing production-quality compilers and tools.

  • Deep understanding of compiler internals, front-ends, and optimizers.

  • Strong programming fundamentals, especially in C/C++ and Python, with knowledge of parallel computer architectures and optimizations.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Experience with LLVM and MLIR.

  • Familiarity with C++, CUDA.

  • Knowledge and experience with DL networks.

  • Passion for compiler development and a motivation to work on groundbreaking technologies!

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We invite you to join our team with experienced individuals from around the world working together to promote rapid growth. Are you passionate about becoming a part of a best-in-class team supporting the latest in GPU and AI technology? If so, we want to hear from you.

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Your 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 for Level 4, and 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 27, 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.

About this role

Summary

Develops and optimizes compilers for NVIDIA's vision and deep learning platforms.

Job title

Senior Compiler Engineer - PVA

Experience level

8+ years

Minimum experience

8+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

hybrid in santa clara, california, US, remote possible

Salary

$184k–$357k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

C++Pythoncompiler internalsLLVMMLIR

Preferred skills

CUDADL networks

Specializations

compiler developmentCUDAPythonC++deep learning
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Santa Clara, CA, USA

Hybrid City