Senior Compiler Optimization Engineer – MLIR

NVIDIA

. Analyze the performance of application code running on NVIDIA GPUs with the aid of profiling tools .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeRedmond • California • United StatesSenior💰 $184,000 - $287,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Compiler Optimizations, including Loop, Inter-procedural, and Global Optimizations, with strong C++ programming skills. Proficient in parallel programming concepts and experienced in MLIR, LLVM, and CUDA for deep-learning compiler technology.

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Compiler OptimizationsC++ ProgrammingMLIR DevelopmentLLVM DevelopmentCUDA Programming

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Hard Skills

Compiler OptimizationsC++ ProgrammingParallel ProgrammingLoop OptimizationsInter-procedural OptimizationsGlobal OptimizationsMLIRLLVMCUDADeep Learning Frameworks

Soft Skills

Good CommunicationDocumentation SkillsSelf-motivated

Tools & Technologies

Profiling ToolsNVIDIA GPUsOpen-source LLVM

Industry Keywords

Computer ScienceComputer EngineeringDeep-learning Compiler TechnologyProcessor ISA

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze the performance of application code running on NVIDIA GPUs with the aid of profiling tools
Identify opportunities for performance improvements in the MLIR/LLVM-based compiler middle-end optimizer
Identify and implement novel ideas in the compilation pipeline to enable best-in-class performance of AI workloads
Design and develop new compiler passes and optimizations to produce robust, supportable compiler and tools
Interact with the open-source LLVM community to ensure tighter integration
Work with geographically distributed compiler, hardware, and application teams to oversee improvements and problem resolutions
Contribute to deep-learning compiler technology spanning architecture design and support through higher-level languages

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S, M.S or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields (or equivalent experience)
8+ years experience in Compiler Optimizations such as Loop Optimizations, Inter-procedural optimizations and Global optimizations
Excellent hands-on C++ programming skills
Understanding of any Processor ISA (GPU ISA would be a plus)
Strong background in software engineering principles with a focus on crafting robust and maintainable solutions to challenging problems
Good communication and documentation skills and self-motivated
Experience in developing applications in CUDA or other parallel programming language
Deep understanding of parallel programming concepts
MLIR, LLVM and/or Clang compiler development experience
Familiarity with deep learning frameworks and NVIDIA GPUs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
Comprehensive benefits package
Competitive salary