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Manager, Compiler Engineering

NVIDIA
November 2, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Hillsboro, Oregon, United States
$224,000 - $356,500 USD yearly
EDA Jobs, Level - Senior

Job Title

Manager, Compiler Engineering

Role Summary

Lead a team that develops and optimizes production compilers for high-performance computing, enabling GPU code generation for Python, C++, Fortran, OpenACC and OpenMP. The role balances people management, technical direction, and delivery of compiler performance and quality.

Expected base salary range: 224,000 USD – 356,500 USD.

Experience Level

Senior - typically 10+ years of software engineering experience with at least 4+ years of hands-on management experience.

Responsibilities

Manage and guide compiler and performance engineering efforts to meet technical and schedule goals.

  • Manage a team of experienced compiler and performance engineers.
  • Set team objectives, plans, and schedules; track progress against goals.
  • Mentor engineers and develop technical and people leaders.
  • Define and evolve engineering policies and processes for the organization.
  • Communicate team vision, status, and risks to senior management.
  • Drive improvements in compiler performance, toolchain quality, and development methodologies.

Requirements

Core qualifications and desirable skills for successful candidates.

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience and at least 4+ years of hands-on management experience.
  • Strong software design fundamentals.
  • Deep understanding of compilers and programming languages.
  • Solid knowledge of software engineering principles and practices.

Nice-to-have:

  • Contributions to LLVM or other open-source compiler projects.
  • Familiarity with GPU code generation and standards such as OpenMP and OpenACC.
  • Knowledge of compiler internals spanning front end to runtime.

Education Requirements

Degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering (ECE), or equivalent practical experience. Advanced degrees (M.S. or Ph.D.) preferred; equivalent experience is acceptable.


About the Company

Company: NVIDIA

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

NVIDIA is a global leader in accelerated computing, renowned for its innovative solutions in AI and digital twins that transform diverse industries. The company specializes in networking technologies, providing end-to-end InfiniBand and Ethernet solutions for servers and storage that optimize performance and scalability. NVIDIA serves sectors such as high-performance computing, enterprise data centers, and cloud computing, constantly reinventing its products and services to stay ahead in the market.

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Date Posted: 2026-10-30