Compiler Engineer, Backend GPU - New College Grad 2026

Job Summary: NVIDIA is known as the AI computing company and is searching for a Senior Backend Compiler Engineer with experience in LLVM code generation. The role involves guiding the design and implementation of a new LLVM based backend JIT compiler targeting NVIDIA GPUs and collaborating with global teams to enhance compiler performance and capabilities. Responsibilities: • Guide the design and implementation of a new LLVM based backend JIT compiler targeting NVIDIA GPUs • Design and develop new compiler passes and optimizations required to meet the high performance and low compilation time requirements of the compiler • 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, supportable compiler and tools • Get a chance to influence and work on new GPU architectures Qualifications: Required: • M.S or Ph.D in Computer Science/Engineering or similar field or equivalent experience • Compiler development experience including in LLVM with a focus in code generation • Knowledge in LLVM code generation including instruction scheduling, software pipelining, register allocation, GlobalISel, TableGen, LLVM IR, and Machine IR (MIR) • Proficient in compiler design and in performance analysis tools • Excellent hands-on C++ programming skills applied to industry standard C++ compilers and development frameworks • Strong background in software engineering principles with a focus on crafting robust and maintainable solutions to challenging problems • Good communication and documentation skills and self-motivated Preferred: • Experience developing compiler optimizations and code generation for GPUs • Experience in developing CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL/Vulkan applications • You should have strong interpersonal skills and be capable of leading and influencing others in the department Company: NVIDIA is a computing platform company operating at the intersection of graphics, HPC, and AI. Founded in 1993, the company is headquartered in Santa Clara, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

Created: 2026-03-05