[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All NVIDIA jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/) · [Search jobs](/search/) NVIDIA · Santa Clara, CA # Senior GPU Architect, Simulation SystemC, TLM US, CA, Santa Clara Senior individual contributor Listed on NVIDIA’s official careers site. Posted October 15, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on NVIDIA’s careers site →](https://nvidia.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/NVIDIAExternalCareerSite/job/US-CA-Santa-Clara/Senior-Architect--Simulation-Kernel-Modelling_JR2017737) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [NVIDIA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/) / Senior GPU Architect, Simulation SystemC, TLM ## Job description Are you passionate about coding, architecture, and creating models for hardware? This opportunity is outstanding as you will work at the forefront of technology. You will help build and improve the modelling infrastructure for GPU and SOC models. Your work will be essential in transforming software development on NVIDIA hardware for the company and our customers. Join us and contribute to something truly transformative! ### What you will be doing Develop the tools, libraries, and environments to model and simulate next-generation chip architectures. Support the architecture and engineering teams by enabling them to build their models on top of this advanced environment. Successfully implement solutions to complex modelling problems using your expertise in SystemC, C++, and Architecture. Guide and influence teams that model GPU features, ensuring they bring to bear the environment's features to build efficient hardware models. Document, develop, and build tools to analyze, simulate, validate, and verify models with precision. ### What we need to see 12+ years of experience in the field. A Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, along with 10+ years of relevant work experience. Strong programming skills in C++ and C, coupled with a solid understanding of build systems (CMAKE, make), toolchains (GCC, MSVC), and libraries (STL, BOOST). Proven background in Computer Architecture with experience in modeling using SystemC & Transaction Level Modelling (TLM). Familiarity with Docker, Jenkins, Python, and Perl. Ability to communicate clearly and constructively, engaging effectively within a distributed team environment. ### Ways to stand out from the crowd Prior experience in developing simulation models for major chip projects within the chip or EDA industry. Familiarity with simulation and modelling tools from major EDA vendors. Experience collaborating with teams across different time zones, demonstrating a global perspective and adaptability. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4, and 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 14, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 15, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 102 days - Location: US, CA, Santa Clara[Apply on NVIDIA’s careers site →](https://nvidia.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/NVIDIAExternalCareerSite/job/US-CA-Santa-Clara/Senior-Architect--Simulation-Kernel-Modelling_JR2017737) ## More jobs at NVIDIA ### [AP Systems and Automation Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/c956394cde09e359f135/) US, CA, Santa Clara ### [CPU Performance Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/ff15960cac3eef1a288b/) US, CA, Santa Clara ### [Compensation Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/60c5de8a84a20b5b9054/) US, CA, Santa Clara ### [Demand Planning Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/b8f283359eca6c861413/) US, CA, Santa Clara ### [Document Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/caab45c4e1e97a9b434f/) US, CA, Santa Clara ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Modeling and Simulation Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/7a16e5675101d130425e/) BAE Systems · Huntsville, Alabama, United States ### [Graphics (GPU) Performance Analysis Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/apple/jobs/14b606a63816d9913cf7/) Apple · Austin, United States of America ### [Graphics (GPU) Performance Analysis Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/apple/jobs/6889eb64294670325445/) Apple · Orlando, United States of America ### [GPU PD Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/75c34ba7003c709c3750/) Qualcomm · Austin, Texas, United States of America ### [GPU Hardware Security Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/advanced-micro-devices-amd/jobs/e13bcaee0ba59930e4a3/) Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) · Santa Clara, California OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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