Senior Application Engineer, HPC and AI for Physics

NVIDIA is hiring a Senior Application Engineer, HPC and AI for Physics. It pays $140k-$224k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on NVIDIA.

Level's read on this job

On Level's scale, this role is Builds AI ●●●●: the job is building AI systems.
The posting allows some remote work.
Level classifies it as a senior role.
Level lists 2,600+ other open roles at NVIDIA.

AI in this role

We are building the software infrastructure for the next era of scientific discovery. At NVIDIA, we believe AI will transform how new physics for plasmas, lasers, and materials at extreme conditions are discovered. We are developing software tools to make it possible! We are looking for a Senior Application Engineer who is passionate about HPC+AI for numerical simulations, and physics translating complex research into software that scientists use for real discovery. You will work across research, engineering and product teams. You will translate learnings from research collaborations into feedback to engineering on toolkits and libraries for accelerated super-resolution imaging, high energy density, plasma, and material physics.

What you’ll be doing:

Develop workflows for experimental processing/analysis and numerical simulations with applications in imaging science, plasma and high energy physics, and material science
Profile the application and run benchmarks to identify bottlenecks and suggestion recommendations to collaborators and product teams
Build examples or sample applications for tutorials
Represent NVIDIA at leading scientific conferences, workshops, and industry events.

What we need to see:

BS, MS, or PhD in computational, theoretical and/or experimental physics, applied mathematics, computer science or equivalent experience.
5+ years building HPC, AI or machine learning software for applications in physics and numerical simulations.
Strong experience with GPU-accelerated computing and modern ML frameworks.
Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

High-impact publications in HPC and AI for numerical simulations, plasma physics and imaging science.
Deep understanding of numerical simulations such as particle-in-cell
Experience with CUDA, parallel programming, or performance-focused software development.
Familiarity with agentic AI workflows for science and discovery.

We work on problems that matter, and with teams that highly value technical excellence. This role offers the chance to construct a software stack for physics algorithms, numerical simulations, data processing/analysis that is supported by advanced computing. You will help craft tools that support researchers, partners, and developers across the ecosystem. It is an opportunity to build technology that can accelerate discovery at global scale!

#LI-Hybrid

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary ranges for this position are:
140,000 USD – 224,250 USD for Level 3; and 168,000 USD – 270,250 USD for Level 4.

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.

How we rate this

Senior Application Engineer, HPC and AI for Physics at NVIDIA rates 90 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Builds AI (AI Level 4 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Builds AI. The job is building AI systems.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Senior Application Engineer, HPC and AI for Physics is an open job at NVIDIA.
Level rates this role AI Level 4 of 4: Builds AI.
The listed salary is $140k-$224k a year.
The role is based in US, CA, Remote and is marked remote.
The job was posted on August 25, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by NVIDIA. Apply on NVIDIA

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