Senior Research Scientist, Circuits

About the role

NVIDIA Research is seeking world-class circuit researchers to contribute to the exploration of future high-performance, low-power circuit technologies and development of prototype circuits. This position offers an opportunity to have a real impact in a fast-moving technology-focused company.

Responsibilities

• Explore circuit approaches to optimizing processor computation and interconnect performance and power
• Design and implement circuit approaches in prototype systems
• Collaborate with external researchers and a diverse set of internal product teams across research and product roles
• Transfer technology to product groups
• Publish original research and speak at conferences and events

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, or related field
• A strong publication, patent, and research collaboration history is a huge advantage
• 3+ years of relevant post graduate research / work experience
• Excellent knowledge and broad background of theory and practice of circuit design
• Depth in one or more areas of high-performance circuit design (PLLs and clocking, SerDes and high-speed signaling, photonics, SRAMs, power delivery/regulation, security circuits, and high-speed logic)
• Track record of research excellence or significant product development
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Qualifications

PhD or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, or related field. A strong publication, patent, and research collaboration history is a huge advantage. 3+ years of relevant post graduate research / work experience. Excellent knowledge and broad background of theory and practice of circuit design. Depth in one or more areas of high-performance circuit design (PLLs and clocking, SerDes and high-speed signaling, photonics, SRAMs, power delivery/regulation, security circuits, and high-speed logic). Track record of research excellence or significant product development. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Skills

Strong background in circuit design, particularly in high-performance, low-power circuit technologies. Experience in one or more areas such as PLLs and clocking, SerDes and high-speed signaling, photonics, SRAMs, power delivery/regulation, security circuits, and high-speed logic. Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse set of internal product teams.

Benefits

Base salary range: $192,000 - $304,750 for Level 4, and $224,000 - $356,500 for Level 5. Eligible for equity and benefits. Application deadline: April 11, 2026.

Pay

Base salary range: $192,000 - $304,750 for Level 4, and $224,000 - $356,500 for Level 5.

Schedule

Full-time.