--- title: Chip Engineering Operations Program Manager at NVIDIA description: NVIDIA is hiring for the Chip Engineering Operations Program Manager role in Santa Clara, CA. On-site role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/chip-engineering-operations-program-manager-at-nvidia-01a0b0d7-4cfc-797a-9f6f-045b68eb3d22 date: 2026-10-09T00:16:07Z og_description: Join NVIDIA as Chip Engineering Operations Program Manager in Santa Clara, CA. Pays $136K–$212.8K per year. On-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/m0pes5.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [NVIDIA](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/nvidia?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Santa Clara, CA | | **Salary** | $136K/yr - $212.8K/yr | | **Posted** | Oct 05, 2026 | ## Description NVIDIA's invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing — with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Today, we are increasingly known as “the AI computing company”. We are looking to grow our company, and grow our teams with the smartest people in the world. We are now looking for a Chip Engineering Operations Program Manager! The NVIDIA Engineering Operations group has an immediate opening for a top Program Manager. This group is responsible for the silicon schedule from bring-up to production release. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment, and are not afraid to roll-up his their sleeves and get their hands dirty. We desire a self-starter, with great communication skills; as well as a leader, with a deep sense of commitment. You will be responsible for developing wafer forecasts, schedule generation and management, supporting cross-functional teams, and mitigating any programmatic risks. You will also review and improve processes, and handle prototype demand. The in-office requirement for this role is 5 days a week at our Santa Clara, CA headquarters. **What you’ll be doing:** - You own silicon bring-up schedule from power on to production release - Negotiate silicon and board demand with teams and drive a bottom-up forecast - Oversee and manage chip and board allocations across the company - Lead prototype chip delivery to internal customers - Track and coordinate engineering deliverables, key milestones and qualification/validation tasks in the new product introduction phase - Identify and mitigate risks to schedules and programs - Communicate status to cross-functional teams as well as upper management - Continuously evaluate internal tools and processes and drive fixes to improve productivity - Create new and fix existing processes between different teams - Drive implementation of SW tools for data analytics and process evaluation **What we need to see:** - BS degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related (or equivalent experience) - 5+ years in Semiconductor Program Management, ASIC Product Engineering, or ASIC design - Deep understanding of ASIC Technology and Productization requirements - Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to coordinate with multiple technical and business teams - Self-directed and driven, highly motivated, creative, and have a consistent record of handling multiple tasks at any given time - Have the ability to work independently and follow complex procedures - Proficient with MS Project and Excel 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 - 212,750 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 258,750 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and [benefits](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/benefits/). Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 10, 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. ## Skills - ASIC Design - Program Management - Semiconductor Industry Knowledge - Microsoft Excel - Microsoft Project - Hardware Bring-up - Self-Directed Learning - New Product Development - Computer Engineering - Ability to Work Independently - New Product Introduction (Npi) - Data Analysis - Communication ## Related - [More jobs at NVIDIA](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/nvidia?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Engineering jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Engineering Manager jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering/engineering-managers?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Engineering Project / Program Manager jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering/engineering-managers/engineering-project-program-manager?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 273697 jobs - [Computer Hardware](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/technology/computer-hardware?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 27841 jobs - [Santa Clara, CA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california/santa-clara?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 7387 jobs - [NVIDIA](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/nvidia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 5031 jobs ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 273697 jobs - [Computer Hardware](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/technology/computer-hardware?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 27841 jobs - [Santa Clara, CA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california/santa-clara?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 7387 jobs - [NVIDIA](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/nvidia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 5031 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)