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# Senior Mask Design Engineer - Hardware

- **Company:** NVIDIA Corporation
- **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $136,000.0 - $212,750.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Debugging, Perl (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Cadence Virtuoso, Linux Virtual Server, Scripting, Software Verification
- **Published:** August 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://nvidia.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/NVIDIAExternalCareerSite/job/US-CA-Santa-Clara/Senior-Mask-Design-Engineer---Hardware_JR2022912

## About the Role

* Hold a B.S. Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
 * Minimum of 5+ years proven experience in Mask and Layout Design.
 * Deep understanding of layout concepts in submicron CMOS technologies.
 * You are an authority with Cadence layout tools - particularly Virtuoso.
 * Knowledge of Integrity auto-routing is a plus.
 * Experience running and debugging with verification tools such as Calibre, ICV, Thunder, etc.
 * Proficient in scripting languages like Perl, Python, Skill, etc.
 * Should have knowledge of DRC and LVS checking flows, ability to customize decks.
 * Knowledge of APD package layout tool is a plus.
 * Good understanding of packaging technology is useful.
 * You can work optimally in a team, good interpersonal skills, passion and positive energy.



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