NVIDIA Corporation

Senior Performance Engineer

NVIDIA Corporation$136K — $270K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years in technical or business marketing field.
  • Knowledge of Enterprise Workstation/AI/LLM benchmarking fundamentals and performance analysis.
  • Deep understanding of 3D application performance testing techniques.
  • Excellent Python programming and debugging skills.
  • Expertise in hardware and PC components to diagnose performance issues.
  • Strong verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Marketing, Architecture, and Engineering for competitive data analysis.
  • Support new product initiatives with insights on industry performance expectations.
  • Maintain and debug pre-production and consumer hardware for product development.
  • Execute performance, image quality, and power tests on various GPUs.
  • Create and maintain Python scripts to enhance benchmarking processes.
  • Design new tools to streamline benchmarking analysis and reporting workflows.
  • Analyze test results and prepare reports for internal stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Eligible for equity and benefits package.
Full Job Description
What you'll be doing:
  • Work directly with Marketing, Architecture, and Engineering across Enterprise business units to provide competitive and internal data analysis. Your insights will set industry performance expectations, support new product initiatives, and influence business decisions.
  • Bring-up, maintain, and debug pre-production, reference, and consumer hardware to help build the next great NVIDIA product.
  • Run performance, image quality, and power tests of Professional Visualization, AI, and LLM benchmark applications on various GPUs
  • Develop and maintain Python-based automation scripts and tools to streamline benchmarking procedures and balance configuration files.
  • Design new tools and create efficient processes to improve benchmarking analysis and reporting workflows
  • Analyze and validate results from test runs and craft reports that will be used by various groups within the company.


What we need to see:
  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years of experience in a technical or business marketing field.
  • Knowledge of Enterprise Workstation/AI/LLM application benchmarking fundamentals, performance analysis, and competitive data comparisons.
  • Deep understanding in the field 3D application performance testing methods and techniques.
  • Excellent programming and debugging skills in a scripting language; Python preferred.
  • Expert knowledge of hardware & PC components to identify and root-cause performance bottlenecks.
  • Strong verbal and written interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to balance multiple simultaneous projects successfully.


Ways to stand out from the crowd:
  • Strong skills or previous experience in benchmarking and competitive analysis.
  • Experience with LLM development and deployment.
  • Knowledge of NVIDIA hardware and NVIDIA software products.
  • Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.


Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 212,750 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 270,250 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 21, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

About NVIDIA Corporation

Nvidia, a global leader in graphics, gaming, and AI technology, offers Nvidia careers and internship opportunities for those passionate about driving innovation in the tech industry. you'll find a company committed to growth, teamwork, and leadership in computer science and machine learning domains.

About Nvidia

A Pioneer in Technology and Innovation

Nvidia has cemented its reputation as a powerhouse in developing advanced graphics processing units (GPUs) and has significantly contributed to the gaming industry's evolution. Moreover, its foray into AI and machine learning has opened new frontiers in technology, making Nvidia a beacon of innovation and a desirable workplace for ambitious tech professionals.

Job Opportunities

Diverse Positions in a Dynamic Field

Nvidia is continuously on the lookout for talented individuals across various domains, including hardware and software engineering, product design, marketing, and sales. Employment opportunities at Nvidia are vast, catering to a wide range of expertise and career aspirations.

Employment in Hardware and Graphics

For those fascinated by the intricacies of hardware and graphics technology, Nvidia offers positions that sit at the forefront of gaming and computing advancements.

Growth in Machine Learning and AI

Nvidia's leadership in AI and machine learning has created numerous vacancies for specialists eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects.

Recruitment in Computer Science

With the constant demand for innovation, Nvidia's recruitment efforts focus on computer science experts capable of pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Internship Program

Opening Doors to Future Innovators

Nvidia's internship program is designed to nurture the next generation of technology leaders, offering hands-on experience in a culture that celebrates creativity and teamwork.

Benefits and Culture

Interns at Nvidia enjoy a plethora of benefits, from competitive stipends to mentorship opportunities, all within an environment that values growth and learning.

Opportunities for Students

Whether you're an undergraduate, a master's student, or a Ph.D. candidate, Nvidia's internships provide a real-world glimpse into the tech industry, offering valuable experience in various technology fields.

Pathways to Full-Time Employment

Many interns have transitioned into full-time positions, marking the start of successful careers at Nvidia. The internship program is more than a stepping stone into the company; it’s an investment in the professional development of interns. The goal is to ensure that interns are well-equipped for future challenges.

Nvidia Careers: More Than Just a Job

Nvidia offers more than just a job to its employees; it provides a front-row seat on the journey into the future of technology. Nvidia stands as a pillar of innovation with its vast opportunities in hardware, graphics, gaming, machine learning, and computer science. Nvidia careers serve as a launching pad for talented workers who aim to redefine the technological landscape. Whether through full-time positions or internships, joining Nvidia means contributing to a legacy of breakthroughs and becoming part of a global community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Learn more about NVIDIA Corporation
Size
22,473 employees
Market Cap
$350.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.3 billion
Founded
1993
5 Year Trend
+31.3%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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