Raytracing Compiler Engineer - Developer and Performance Technology

About the role

NVIDIA is seeking a Raytracing Compiler Engineer to join our international engineering team. This role involves guiding the design and implementation of a new LLVM-based backend JIT compiler targeting NVIDIA GPUs, developing new compiler passes and optimizations, collaborating with global teams, and influencing new GPU architecture developments.

Responsibilities

• Guide the design and implementation of a new LLVM-based backend JIT compiler targeting NVIDIA GPUs.
• Design and develop new compiler passes and optimizations required to meet the high-performance and low compilation time requirements of the compiler.
• Work with global compiler, hardware, and application teams to oversee improvements and problem resolutions.
• Apply and adapt the latest compiler technologies to produce premier, robust, and supportable compilers and tools.
• Influence and work on new GPU architectures.

Requirements

• B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years of compiler development experience, including 3+ years of experience in LLVM with a focus on code generation.
• Expertise in LLVM code generation, including instruction scheduling, software pipelining, register allocation, and LLVM IR.
• Proficient in compiler design and performance analysis tools.
• Excellent hands-on C++ programming skills applied to industry standard C++ compilers and development frameworks.
• Strong background in software engineering principles, crafting robust and maintainable solutions to challenging problems.
• Good communication and documentation skills, and self-motivated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters or PhD preferred, with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience developing compiler optimizations and code generation for GPUs.
• Experience developing CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL/Vulkan, OptiX applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and capability to lead and influence others in the department.

Benefits

Widely considered one of the technology world's most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. The base salary range is $224,000 - $356,500 for Level 5, and $272,000 - $431,250 for Level 6. Eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 16, 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.