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NVIDIA · Switzerland, Zurich

# Senior CPU Performance Developer Technology Engineer

Switzerland, Zurich Senior individual contributor Software Engineering 

Listed on NVIDIA’s official careers site. Posted October 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on NVIDIA’s careers site →](https://nvidia.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/NVIDIAExternalCareerSite/job/Switzerland-Zurich/Senior-CPU-Performance-Developer-Technology-Engineer_JR2003570)

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## Job description

We are now looking for a Senior CPU Performance Developer Technology Engineer. NVIDIA is seeking an outstanding computer scientist to join its Compute Developer Technology (Devtech) team. This role focuses on research and development techniques to optimize key Cloud and HPC CPU workloads on NVIDIA’s CPU. This includes performing in-depth analysis and optimization to ensure the best possible performance on the current and future generations of NVIDIA CPU.

### What you will be doing

Engage directly with the developer community and experts in their field to understand and address the problems they are solving today and tomorrow. Guide key framework and application developers, contribute directly to their software stack, libraries or develop reference code. Join efforts with diverse groups at NVIDIA such as architecture, research, libraries, tools, system software, and product management teams to constantly improve our products.

Influence the design of NVIDIA next-generation architectures and software stack by investigating the impact on application performance and developer efficiency.

### What we need to see

A BS, MS, or PhD degree in computer science or equivalent experience, and 8+ years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of C/C++ and/or Fortran with solid understanding in software design, programming techniques, and algorithms. Hands-on experience with benchmarking and optimizing enterprise and cloud workloads. Good communication and organization skills, with a logical approach to problem solving, good time management, and task prioritization skills.

NVIDIA is at the forefront of breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing, and Visualization. Our teams are composed of driven, innovative professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology. We offer highly competitive salaries, an extensive benefits package, and a work environment that promotes diversity, inclusion, and flexibility. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a supportive and empowering workplace for all #LI-Hybrid Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.

### For Poland

The base salary range is 292,500 PLN - 507,000 PLN for Level 4, and 375,000 PLN - 650,000 PLN for Level 5.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 20, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 20, 2026
- Listed for: 102 days
- Location: Switzerland, Zurich[Apply on NVIDIA’s careers site →](https://nvidia.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/NVIDIAExternalCareerSite/job/Switzerland-Zurich/Senior-CPU-Performance-Developer-Technology-Engineer_JR2003570)

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