Senior Compiler Engineer - Backend GPU

NVIDIA · Washington, United States · 1 wk ago

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About the role

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Backend Compiler Engineer to join our GPU Software organization. The ideal candidate will guide the design and implementation of a new LLVM based backend JIT compiler targeting NVIDIA GPUs, develop new compiler passes and optimizations, and collaborate with global teams to improve performance and solve issues.

Responsibilities

Guide the design and implementation of a new LLVM based backend JIT compiler targeting NVIDIA GPUs
Develop new compiler passes and optimizations required to meet high performance and low compilation time requirements
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 compiler and tools
Influence and work on new GPU architectures

Requirements

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

Qualifications

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

Benefits