ASIC Methodology Engineer - New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re 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, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

This role exists to redefine how AI hardware is built by inventing the future wave of hardware development methodology. You will pioneer AI-driven and sophisticated automation techniques that transform how sophisticated ASICs are conceived, explored, and brought to closure. Working shoulder-to-shoulder with an outstanding ASIC development team, you will invent novel architectures and end-to-end workflows that transcend traditional infrastructure, unlocking new levels of capability across logic design, verification, and physical design.

Join us as we drive towards the next generation of artificial intelligence technology!

What you\'ll be doing:

• Take a comprehensive view of the ASIC development lifecycle, identifying cross-stage bottlenecks and opportunities where automation and AI can improve predictability, convergence, and turnaround time.

• Identify, curate, and leverage real-time data to enable effective AI models and analytics, working with infrastructure teams to ensure scalable and secure data pipelines.

• Establish quantitative metrics to measure efficiency, quality, and cycle-time improvements; use data-driven insights to guide methodology decisions and prioritize investments.

• Serve as a technical catalyst within both the team and the wider company by sharing best practices, publishing internal guidelines, and mentoring engineers on emerging AI-enabled development techniques.

• Track advances in AI, EDA, and hardware design research, evaluating their applicability and guiding strategic bets that align with long-term product and technology roadmaps.

What we need to see:

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).

• First-hand industry experience with RTL, functional verification, formal verification, or physical design would be an asset.

• Programming experience with Python, PERL, Make, and shell scripting.

• Experience with AI frameworks including knowledge of agentic flow development.

• Standout colleague with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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 80,000 CAD - 130,000 CAD.Applications for this job will be accepted at least until March 16, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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