Senior Compiler Optimization Engineer – LLVM

About the Role

Join NVIDIA as a Senior LLVM Compiler Engineer focusing on developing advanced compilers tailored for our cutting-edge GPUs. Our compiler team enables the full potential of NVIDIA's hardware across a wide spectrum of applications including next-generation graphics, deep learning, scientific research, and autonomous vehicles. This team contributes significantly to every GPU and system-on-chip product from NVIDIA, and you will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects within this elite group.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the GPU compiler backend team specializing in retargetable compiler technologies.
• Address complex challenges related to register allocation, instruction scheduling, synchronization, and loop optimization.
• Create innovative optimization strategies for workloads spanning deep learning, ray tracing, and high-performance computing by partnering with specialists in these domains.
• Develop solutions for unique issues exclusive to compiling for massively parallel GPU architectures.
• Contribute to shaping future GPU architectures through compiler design influence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science or Engineering.
• At least 8 years of hands-on experience in compiler design.
• Strong expertise in program analysis and advanced optimization techniques.
• Proficient in C and C++ programming languages.
• Practical experience with compiler infrastructures such as LLVM or GCC.
• Solid understanding of processor architecture.
• Experience working within global, distributed teams.
• Self-driven with a strong commitment to project completion.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to influence peers and stakeholders.

Preferred Attributes

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a related field.
• Proven capability to tackle complex optimization challenges.
• Experience in instruction scheduling and register allocation algorithms.
• Background in developing applications using CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL, or Vulkan.

Additional Information

NVIDIA is recognized globally as a top technology employer, attracting some of the most innovative and dedicated professionals. The company fosters creativity and autonomy and is committed to nurturing a diverse workplace. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.