NVIDIA Research is seeking extraordinary networking innovators to join our NVResearch team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of future high-performance and embedded computing systems. We are seeking a balanced background of research excellence in building systems and a deep understanding and broad perspective across the fields of computer architecture and communication systems for distributed computation. NVIDIA has pioneered programmable GPUs and the CUDA language, and this visionary Research team will take those technologies to the next level with its creative ideas and new inventions. This position offers you the opportunity to have a real impact while working with some of the most creative and forward-thinking people in the world who are here at this dynamic, technology-focused company. 

What you'll be doing:

•  Develop algorithms and design hardware and software extending the state of the art in computing, graphics, media processing, and other technology areas surrounding NVIDIA's business.

•  Invent new techniques, technologies, methodologies, processes, and devices, to enable new products or types of products. Deliverable results include prototypes, patents, leading to products and publications.

•  Produce technology vision and the basis for products 5-10 years out. Focus should not be on products currently shipping or in development, except as to how they can be extended and improved.

•  Lecture / speak at conferences, events, University colloquium and classes to promote education in the areas of GPGPU, computing, parallel programming, programmable shaders and hardware, as well as other areas relevant to NVIDIA's business and technology.

•  Collaborate with external researchers (primarily University) to encourage mutually beneficial work, and support Professors who are interested in teaching relevant classes.

•  Participate in the process of research funding, including evaluation/selection of Fellowship and research grant recipients, and management of research programs

What we need to see:

• Pursuing PhD Degree in relevant discipline(s) (CS, CE, EE, Physics, Math) or equivalent experience. 

• 2+ years of relevant industrial and University experience preferred. Relevant industries include hardware, software, and algorithm development in PC or workstation graphics, digital video or image processing, video game or console, cell phones or consumer electronics, rendering software, and computing.

• Strong programming ability: C, C++ and Perl preferred

The base salary range is 160,000 USD - 253,000 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.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.