GPU PCIe and Boot Architect - New College Grad 2026

We are looking for a GPU PCIe and Boot architect. NVIDIA is seeking outstanding engineers to design the architecture and infrastructure for boot, PCIe/CXL enumeration, and capability discovery. This position offers the opportunity to have a real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company affecting product lines ranging from consumer graphics, self-driving cars, and artificial intelligence. We have crafted a team of extraordinary people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the platform for the future of computing!

What you’ll be doing:

• As a member of the architecture team, you will understand and optimize how GPU sub-system modules interoperate.

• Architect and plan features and infrastructure components in collaboration with software, hardware, and verification teams.

• Build functional and performance models, along with test plans, to validate your designs.

• Support post-silicon validation activities as needed.

• Work with architects, software engineers, designers, and verification engineers worldwide to successfully implement your tasks.

What we need to see:

• Recently completed a BS or MS in compute architecture, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering (or related degree) or equivalent experience.

• Experience in crafting code in C or C++.

• Coursework or similar experience in ASIC design and Computer architecture.

• Good debugging and analytical skills

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Familiarity with advanced interconnect technologies such as PCIe, AXI, or NVLink.

• Solid grasp of contemporary operating system principles and architecture.

• Exposure to modern security paradigms, including encryption techniques.

• Knowledge of RISC-V architecture and microcode development.

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most brilliant and talented people in the world working for us. Are you creative and autonomous? Do you love the challenge of creating the highest performance chips in the industry? If so, we want to hear from you!

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Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 108,000 USD - 178,250 USD for Level 1, and 124,000 USD - 195,500 USD for Level 2.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until February 9, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

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NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.