Senior Hardware System Design Engineer
Company websitenvidia.com (NVIDIA, opens in new tab)
Base salary $168,000 to $258,750
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Hillsboro, OR
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- LocationHillsboro, OR
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Are you prepared to develop the future of computing? Become part of our outstanding team at NVIDIA as a Senior HW System Designer in Hillsboro. You will have an important role in composing the infrastructure for the next industrial revolution. This opportunity allows you to work alongside world-class talent in an encouraging, innovative setting committed to advancing what can be achieved.
What you will be doing:
Drive architecture for datacenter systems considering everything from the chip out to the full datacenter
Work with counterparts from silicon, software, networking, operations, and other teams to build cutting edge products
Analyze performance, power, and cost of different solutions to inform project decisions
Guide product teams with direction by integrating lessons from other products and developing new solutions
Collaborate with NVIDIA’s key customers and system development partners while developing our products
Collaborate with suppliers and procurement teams to ensure industry roadmaps are aligned to our needs
Work across engineering and operations teams to define and execute systems from concept through large production deployments
Monitor competitive solutions to keep track of industry developments and trends
What we need to see:
8+ years of experience working in complex product systems
Understanding of how to design high speed multi-layer product boards
Deep understanding of hardware architectures and server builds, including mechanical, power, and thermal aspects, and their interaction with at-scale datacenter deployment
Hands-on experience solving challenging problems that span both software and hardware
Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to lead multi-discipline teams
Positive and dogged mindset to tackle complicated issues and a constant desire to learn and to teach
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields, or equivalent experience. An MS degree or comparable experience is preferred
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Experience with large projects involving the co-development of custom processors or accelerators, systems, and software
Familiarity with GPU compute and NVIDIA networking
Understanding of manufacturing operations processes
Experience with datacenter and cloud server deployment operations
Demonstrated passion for technology and a love for your work
NVIDIA is known as one of the most appealing employers within the technology industry. Our team is composed of some of the most creative and hardworking experts around the globe. If you are motivated, self-reliant, and energized by challenges, we want to hear from you. Become a member of our Data Center System Architecture team and contribute to developing the groundwork for future computing technologies. Your experience will help us continue our legacy of innovation and accomplishment!
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary range for this position is 168,000 USD – 258,750 USD.You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 3, 2026.This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive 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.Source: NVIDIA on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($168,000) is above 85% of the 155 Engineering (non-software) roles in Oregon listed on this site; 4 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $129,200; the middle half runs from $116,800 to $148,450.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
This listingSenior Hardware System Design Engineer$168,000 to $258,750
L11 System Product Development Engineer$168,000 to $258,750
Senior Software Engineer, Network Visibility Platform - DGX Cloud$168K to $322K
Hardware Validation Procedures and Documentation Lead$168,000 to $258,750
Senior Software Engineer, Platform Engineering$168K to $322K
PhD Research Scientist, Fundamental Generative AI - New College Grad 2026$168,000 to $264,500
AI Engineering Manager - Finance$168K to $322K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Senior Hardware System Design Engineer (this listing) | $168,000 - $258,750 |
| L11 System Product Development Engineer | $168,000 - $258,750 |
| Senior Software Engineer, Network Visibility Platform - DGX Cloud | $168K - $322K |
| Hardware Validation Procedures and Documentation Lead | $168,000 - $258,750 |
| Senior Software Engineer, Platform Engineering | $168K - $322K |
| PhD Research Scientist, Fundamental Generative AI - New College Grad 2026 | $168,000 - $264,500 |
| AI Engineering Manager - Finance | $168K - $322K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-30
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: US, OR, Hillsboro
base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary range for this position is 168,000 USD – 258,750 USD.
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
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