
ASIC Design Engineer - New College Grad 2026
At a glance
Highlights
- World‑class memory subsystem
- Eligibility for equity and benefits
- Collaboration with leading architects
Why this role might suit you
The role offers hands‑on experience designing high‑performance ASICs for AI‑driven computing, collaboration with leading hardware teams, and eligibility for competitive compensation and equity.
Skills
About the role
Today, NVIDIA is tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, encouraging environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how we can make a lasting impact on the world.
NVIDIA is looking for an ASIC Design Engineer - New College Grad 2026 to join our Memory Subsystem Team!
What you'll be doing:
As a member of our Memory Subsystem Design team, you will collaborate with architects/design verification/formal verification/physical design team to deliver a world-class solution. NVIDIA SOC Interconnects, ordering controllers and memory accelerators are among the industry's most sophisticated because of the complex area, latency, power, bandwidth and quality-of-service requirements.
What we need to see:
Currently pursuing or recently completed a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineer or related degree (or equivalent experience).
Exposure to high-speed coherent interconnects, protocol bridges, hardware-managed coherency and system level caches is a plus
Experience with multiple clock domains and asynchronous interfaces is a plus
Knowledge of industry specifications like CHI/CXL/PCI-E is a plus.
Strong proficiency of Verilog or VHDL.
Scripting language like PERL
NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you!
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 100,000 USD - 166,750 USD for Level 1, and 116,000 USD - 189,750 USD for Level 2.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 25, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
Compensation
This Design Engineer role pays $100k-$167k/yr. Within typical range for design engineer roles in United States.
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