Research Scientist, Electronic Design Automation - New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA is a leading technology company looking for a new college grad PhD researcher to contribute to groundbreaking research in AI, GPU computing, and Electronic Design Automation. The role involves conducting original research, innovating in EDA software, and collaborating with various teams to translate research into impactful products.

Responsibilities:

• Define and conduct original research across EDA algorithms, VLSI design methodology, and advanced AI techniques
• Innovate in EDA software and algorithms, with applications spanning supervised, unsupervised, reinforcement learning, agentic AI systems, as well as GPU-accelerated optimization methods
• Apply deep learning and GPU computing to improve ASIC and VLSI design tool flows
• Collaborate cross-functionally with circuit design, VLSI, and architecture teams, ensuring research translates into real-world product impact
• Publish and present your original research, speak at conferences and events
• Collaborate with external researchers and a diverse set of internal product teams