Compiler Optimization Engineer, LLVM and MLIR - New College Grad 2025

Santa Clara, CA

Full-time

Onsite

$104K/yr - $190K/yr

New Grad, Entry Level

NVIDIA is a pioneer in visual computing and is seeking a Compiler Optimization Engineer for new college graduates. The role involves identifying performance improvements in the LLVM-based compiler, designing new optimization passes, and collaborating with distributed teams to enhance compiler technology.

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Responsibilities

Identify opportunities for performance improvements in the LLVM-based compiler middle end optimizer.
Design and develop new compiler analysis passes and optimizations to produce best-in-class, robust, supportable compiler and tools.
Add support for new hardware features in LLVM and MLIR.
Work with geographically distributed compiler, hardware and application teams to oversee improvements and problem resolutions.
Be part of a team that is at the center of deep-learning compiler technology spanning architecture design and support through higher level languages.

Qualification

Required

Pursuing a B.S, M.S or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields (or equivalent experience).
Background in Compiler Optimizations such as Loop Optimizations, Inter-procedural optimizations and Global optimizations.
Excellent hands-on C++ programming skills.
Understanding of any Processor ISA (GPU ISA would be a plus).
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

M.S or Ph.D. preferred.
Experience in developing applications in CUDA or other parallel programming language.
Deep understanding of parallel programming concepts.
LLVM, MLIR and/or Clang compiler development experience.
Familiarity with deep learning frameworks and NVIDIA GPUs.