H-1B Visa Senior Asic Design Engineer Jobs
Senior ASIC Design Engineers are among the most consistently sponsored roles in the H-1B visa category, with chip design expertise sitting firmly within USCIS specialty occupation criteria. Semiconductor companies filing LCAs under SOC codes for electrical and electronics engineers regularly clear H-1B visa cap-subject filings for this role.
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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.
We are looking for a Senior ASIC Design Engineer to join our Circuit Solutions Group! In this position, you'll make a real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company. Your work will affect product lines ranging from consumer graphics to self-driving cars and the growing field of artificial intelligence. We've crafted a team of outstanding people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the computing platforms of tomorrow. Are you ready to accelerate your career with us?
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You'll Be Doing
- You will be responsible for the micro-architecture and digital design implementation of various innovative IPs for hardware security, clocking, voltage regulation and silicon correlation.
- Collaborate with Architects, Circuit Designers and Verification engineers to deliver a world-class and next-generation solution.
- In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop scalable RTL designs, execute synthesis and perform timing analysis using innovative CAD tools and the latest process technologies in the industry.
- Work on functional verification, perform CDC checks and formal equivalence.
- Support post-si bringup and debug activities.
- Develop and craft tools and flows including Agentic AI flows as necessary in support of design activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related degree required; advanced degrees (MS, PhD) are a plus.
- 3+ years of relevant proven experience and a background in logic design, Verilog and/or System-Verilog with a deep understanding of physical design and VLSI.
- Experience with multiple clock domains and asynchronous interfaces.
- Exposure to Digital Systems design and computer architecture.
- Programming skills in PERL or Python.
- Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills are required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with all stages of ASIC design flow including front end design and verification, DFT, timing analysis, ECO, ATE test development, post-si bringup & debug.
- Good understanding of behavioral real number modeling and low level digital or mixed signal design concepts.
- Strong knowledge or work experience in Mixed signal and custom designed IPs solutions.
- Proficiency in scripting language, such as, Perl, Tcl, Make files and automation methods/algorithms a certain plus.
COMPENSATION
- Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD.
- You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 15, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. 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.
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INTRODUCTION
NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.
We are looking for a Senior ASIC Design Engineer to join our Circuit Solutions Group! In this position, you'll make a real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company. Your work will affect product lines ranging from consumer graphics to self-driving cars and the growing field of artificial intelligence. We've crafted a team of outstanding people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the computing platforms of tomorrow. Are you ready to accelerate your career with us?
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You'll Be Doing
- You will be responsible for the micro-architecture and digital design implementation of various innovative IPs for hardware security, clocking, voltage regulation and silicon correlation.
- Collaborate with Architects, Circuit Designers and Verification engineers to deliver a world-class and next-generation solution.
- In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop scalable RTL designs, execute synthesis and perform timing analysis using innovative CAD tools and the latest process technologies in the industry.
- Work on functional verification, perform CDC checks and formal equivalence.
- Support post-si bringup and debug activities.
- Develop and craft tools and flows including Agentic AI flows as necessary in support of design activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related degree required; advanced degrees (MS, PhD) are a plus.
- 3+ years of relevant proven experience and a background in logic design, Verilog and/or System-Verilog with a deep understanding of physical design and VLSI.
- Experience with multiple clock domains and asynchronous interfaces.
- Exposure to Digital Systems design and computer architecture.
- Programming skills in PERL or Python.
- Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills are required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with all stages of ASIC design flow including front end design and verification, DFT, timing analysis, ECO, ATE test development, post-si bringup & debug.
- Good understanding of behavioral real number modeling and low level digital or mixed signal design concepts.
- Strong knowledge or work experience in Mixed signal and custom designed IPs solutions.
- Proficiency in scripting language, such as, Perl, Tcl, Make files and automation methods/algorithms a certain plus.
COMPENSATION
- Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD.
- You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 15, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Asic Design Engineer
Align your portfolio with LCA job codes
ASIC roles are filed under specific SOC codes in the LCA. Pull your target employers' recent LCA filings through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm they're using the occupation code that matches your RTL, synthesis, or physical design specialization.
Verify your specialty occupation documentation early
USCIS scrutinizes whether ASIC design roles require a directly related degree. Gather transcripts showing coursework in digital logic, VLSI, or microelectronics, and document any gap between your degree title and the specific design discipline your role covers.
Target fabless and IDM semiconductor employers specifically
Chip design roles requiring H-1B sponsorship are concentrated in fabless semiconductor firms and integrated device manufacturers. Search Migrate Mate to filter employers with active H-1B LCA filing history for ASIC and chip design positions.
Clarify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
DOL assigns ASIC design roles to wage levels based on experience and supervisory responsibility. The LCA locks in a wage floor your employer must meet, so understand which tier your role maps to using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation.
Request concurrent premium processing during offer stage
USCIS premium processing cuts adjudication to 15 business days. For senior-level ASIC roles with project start dates tied to tapeout schedules, ask your employer explicitly to elect premium processing when filing the I-129 petition.
Document proprietary tool experience for RFE defense
If USCIS issues an RFE questioning specialty occupation, your employer's response is stronger when your offer letter and support letter reference specific EDA tools, design flows, or process nodes. Flag these details to your employer's attorney before the petition is drafted.
H-1B Visa Senior Asic Design Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior ASIC Design Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS consistently classifies ASIC design roles as specialty occupations because the work requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a directly related field. Employers strengthen the petition by documenting that the role involves RTL coding, synthesis, timing closure, or physical design work that cannot be performed without that specific degree background.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for ASIC design roles?
Fabless semiconductor companies, integrated device manufacturers, and large technology firms with in-house silicon teams are the primary H-1B sponsors for ASIC design positions. You can search Migrate Mate to see employers with verified LCA filing history for chip design roles, which shows real sponsorship activity rather than company self-reported claims.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect ASIC design job timelines?
Cap-subject H-1B registrations open in March each year, with selections announced shortly after. If selected, the earliest employment start date is October 1. For ASIC roles tied to tapeout milestones, this timeline matters: start your employer conversations by late fall or early winter to give enough lead time for the March registration window and any necessary OPT cap-gap coverage.
What prevailing wage level typically applies to senior-level ASIC positions?
DOL assigns prevailing wage levels based on the complexity of duties, supervision exercised, and experience required. Senior ASIC roles with independent project ownership or team lead responsibilities typically fall at Level III or Level IV under the relevant SOC code. Your employer must certify the LCA at a wage that meets or exceeds the DOL-determined threshold for your specific job location.
Can an ASIC design engineer on OPT bridge to H-1B without a gap in work authorization?
Yes, through the cap-gap rule. If your OPT expires before October 1 and your H-1B petition is filed before your OPT end date, your work authorization automatically extends through September 30 of that year. STEM OPT holders have a longer OPT runway, which reduces cap-gap risk. Confirm your I-20 end date and EAD expiration with your DSO as soon as you receive an H-1B selection notice.