Director, International Tax Planning
At a glance
Director-level Tax role at NVIDIA. US, CA, Santa Clara · full-time · $240,000–$379,500 base.
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What you'll do
- Set international tax plans for supply chain and infrastructure, adjusting them as operations and tax rules evolve
- Advise Finance, Trade, Legal and Operations teams on tax decisions and compliance
- Shape tax treatment for major projects and system changes using technical judgment and business context
- Draft and negotiate supply, warehousing, distribution, manufacturing and infrastructure agreements
- Direct external tax advisers, including their technical work, scope and budgets
What you bring
- A CPA or JD, plus a tax LL.M. from an accredited US law school
- At least fifteen years in a major law firm, Big Four firm or multinational in-house tax team
- Four or more years leading people or work, with strong US and international tax expertise
- A record of guiding tax strategy and operations across a complex, cross-border business area
Who this fits
This director-level role suits an experienced tax leader who can advise senior decision-makers and coordinate work across Finance, Trade, Legal and Operations. You’ll be based at the headquarters in Santa Clara, California, and work with collaborators in the US and internationally.
From the employer
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 hiring a Director, International Tax Planning, to join our experienced team located at our headquarters in Santa Clara, California. This role presents an outstanding opportunity for an experienced tax professional to lead planning for NVIDIA’s supply chain and global operations infrastructure. You will serve as a key leader within our tax organization and a trusted advisor and strategist for a critical part of the business. This is your chance to lead tax planning at the technological forefront!
What you'll be doing:
- Lead NVIDIA's international tax strategy for global supply chain and infrastructure, continually refining it as the business, laws and regulations change.
- Serve as one of NVIDIA's tax experts, providing strategic advice and partnering with Finance, Trade, Legal, and Operations teams to ensure compliance.
- Provide strategic tax advice to senior Finance and business leaders to guide and support their decision-making.
- Strategize and develop solutions for large, complex projects and systems changes, determining tax treatment based on deep technical expertise and business judgment.
- Build positive relationships with business collaborators across NVIDIA, both in the US and internationally, ensuring Tax is engaged and represented for important business decisions.
- Structure, draft, and negotiate commercial and intercompany agreements covering supply, warehousing, distribution, manufacturing services, and infrastructure arrangements.
- Manage external counsel and advisors, engaging them on technical issues while coordinating scope and budget.
What we need to see:
- CPA or Juris Doctor (JD) degree and LL.M. in Taxation from an accredited US law school.
- 15+ overall years at a major law firm, Big 4 accounting firm, or an in-house tax department of a multinational corporation.
- 4+ years of leadership experience.
- Strong technical knowledge of US and international tax rules, including R&D and investment credits, expense and capitalization rules, permanent establishment, Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, and FTC utilization.
- Proven track record providing operational leadership and strategic tax guidance for a complex, cross-border business area.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating the capability to influence senior tax and non-tax collaborators across functions, regions, and time zones.
- Solid understanding of the interaction between direct tax, indirect tax, transfer pricing, and customs.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional workstreams to completion and deliver results.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience, with an understanding of accounting for taxes under US GAAP.
- Hands-on experience with customs-privileged regimes such as IMMEX/maquiladora, free trade zones, or bonded warehouses.
- Experience presenting to senior executive or board-level audiences on tax matters.
- Familiarity with SAP, particularly intercompany and inventory flows, and experience supporting an ERP transformation.
- Proficiency with AI tools and automation as part of your everyday work.
Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 240,000 USD - 379,500 USD.You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 2, 2026.This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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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.