Senior Developer Technology Engineer - Agentic AI

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Santa Clara, CA, USA
In-Office
152K-288K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Computer Vision • Hardware • Robotics • Metaverse
The Role
Lead developer-focused performance optimization for RTX and DGX SoC platforms: collaborate with partners and internal teams to optimize CPU, AI, and 3D-graphics workloads, profile and debug CPU/GPU performance, influence next-gen SoC design, and mentor junior engineers. Occasional travel for conferences and partner site visits.
Summary Generated by Built In

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 the 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 a Developer Technology Engineer you will be at the forefront of innovation, working with leading industry partners and exciting OSS projects to accelerate RTX & DGX SoC performance for agentic use. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent and make a significant contribution to the next era of enterprise and consumer AI.

What you'll be doing:

  • Own key engagements with our fast-paced developer ecosystem partners, optimizing their applications to deliver outstanding end-to-end performance on RTX and DGX SoCs.
  • Take ownership of performance optimization for compute-intensive CPU, AI, and 3D graphics workloads, working with domain experts to identify bottlenecks and implement effective solutions.
  • Work across system software, GPU driver, architecture, and NVIDIA Research teams to influence next-generation, high-performance SoC platforms by bringing real-world workflows and actionable insights from partner and customer needs.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers while contributing to an inclusive and high-performing team environment.

What we need to see:

  • BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related degree (or equivalent experience)

  • 5+ years of respective work experience as software developer

  • Proficiency in C/C++, Python, software design, parallel programming techniques

  • Confirmed expertise with developing native software on Windows and Linux

  • Familiar with agents for software development and related tasks

  • A distinct passion for performance optimization of CPU, AI or 3D-graphics end-to-end workflows and in-depth experience with profiling and debugging tools for CPU & GPU

  • Fundamental understanding of CPU or GPU architecture

  • Good communication and organization skills, with a logical approach to problem solving, good time management, and task prioritization skills

  • Self-motivated, driven work ethic with high autonomy and critical thinking that thrives in an open and collaborative environment

  • Occasional travel for conferences and on-site visits with external partners

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Expertise in agentic creative/professional workflows, e.g. CAD, 3D rendering, video or image editing

  • Knowledge of most recent highest-performance ARM architecture, ARM assembly and memory model

  • Experience with the SSE, AVX, NEON or SVE instruction set extensions

  • Expertise with GPU compute or graphics APIs, like CUDA, Vulkan or DX12

  • Experience with AI deployment on NPUs and ARM architectures.

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. If you're creative, autonomous and love a challenge, we want to hear from you.

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:
152,000 USD – 241,500 USD for Level 3; and 184,000 USD – 287,500 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.

Skills Required

  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of software development experience
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
  • Software design and parallel programming techniques
  • Expertise developing native software on Windows and Linux
  • Familiarity with agents for software development and related tasks
  • Experience with performance optimization and profiling/debugging tools for CPU and GPU
  • Fundamental understanding of CPU or GPU architecture
  • Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and time-management skills
  • Self-motivated, high-autonomy work ethic and critical thinking
  • Expertise in agentic creative/professional workflows (CAD, 3D rendering, video/image editing)
  • Knowledge of high-performance ARM architecture, ARM assembly, and memory model
  • Experience with SSE, AVX, NEON, or SVE instruction set extensions
  • Expertise with GPU compute or graphics APIs such as CUDA, Vulkan, or DirectX 12

NVIDIA Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NVIDIA and has not been reviewed or approved by NVIDIA.

  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Company stock and RSUs have driven exceptional total compensation, with a generous employee stock purchase plan and ongoing equity refreshers playing a central role. Feedback suggests historic share-price gains created significant financial upside for many.
  • Healthcare Strength — Multiple plan options (HSA, PPO, and in some locations Kaiser) with in-network preventive care covered at 100% and company HSA contributions indicate a robust offering. Mental-health sessions and broad dental, vision, and disability coverage further strengthen the package.
  • Parental & Family Support — Up to 22 weeks of fully paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and coverage for IVF and egg freezing are highlighted as standout features. Additional family-care resources and caregiving support broaden the appeal.

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The Company
HQ: Santa Clara, CA
21,960 Employees
Year Founded: 1993

What We Do

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, NVIDIA is increasingly known as “the AI computing company.”

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