Senior CPU Compiler Engineer – HPC

NVIDIA

Compiler Developer optimizing compilers to tackle compilation problems for NVIDIA's high-performance computing projects. Collaborating with teams and contributing to open-source communities.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeHillsboro • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $184,000 - $287,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing features for high-performance CPUs and GPUs, with a strong focus on compiler development and optimization techniques. Proficient in collaborating with application teams and engaging with the open source community to solve complex compilation challenges.

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Compiler DevelopmentC/C++ ProgrammingParallel Computer ArchitecturesEDG Compiler Front EndLLVM

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Hard Skills

Compiler InternalsFront-EndsOptimizersOpenMPOpenACC

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingMotivation

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's Degree in ECEPh.D. or Master's Preferred

Industry Keywords

High-Performance ComputingCompilation ProblemsOpen Source Community

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Open Source

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designing and implementing new features for high-performance CPUs and GPUs
Working with application teams to tackle interesting and meaningful compilation problems
Partnering with team members on projects as related to high-performance computing and optimizations
Interacting directly with teams in the open source community

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, ECE or related (Ph.D. or Masters preferred) or equivalent experience
6+ years experience developing production quality compilers or tools or equivalent
Proven understanding of compiler internals, front-ends, and optimizers
Knowledge of programming fundamentals, especially in C/C++, with a deep understanding of parallel computer architectures and optimizations
Experience with the EDG compiler front end or LLVM is a huge plus
Familiarity with C++, OpenMP, and OpenACC standards
Highly motivated with problem solving skills

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