We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team developing the core technologies behind NVIDIA's SmartNIC platform. Your work will directly impact next-generation AI infrastructure, cloud networking, and high-performance data centers used by customers around the world.
As part of the team, you will contribute to the NVIDIA DOCA SDK (NVIDIA DOCA Software Framework), enabling developers to build hardware-accelerated, cloud-native networking and security applications. You will also collaborate on the Linux Foundation's DPDK project, helping deliver industry-leading packet processing performance and scalable networking solutions.
What you'll be doing:
Architect, design, and develop next-generation networking acceleration technologies.
Build and enhance core software components within the NVIDIA DOCA SDK.
Work closely with architects, customers, and engineering teams to understand requirements and deliver scalable, high-performance solutions.
Collaborate across the software stack, including applications, virtualization, drivers, Linux kernel, firmware, and hardware teams.
Drive technical decisions and contribute to the design of performant, maintainable software.
What we need to see:
B.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
8+ years of experience developing in C/C++
Experience with Linux development tools and debugging.
Solid understanding of networking concepts and protocols (such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, or similar).
Experience with virtualization technologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience optimizing software performance.Good understanding of operating systems and computer architecture.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Experience developing high-performance or low-latency software.
Background with DPDK, RDMA, or similar networking technologies.
Experience designing APIs or SDKs.
Contributions to open-source projects such as DPDK, OVS, or the Linux Kernel.
A collaborative mindset, curiosity, and excellent communication skills.
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 passionate about solving complex technical challenges and building software that powers the future of AI and cloud infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.
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.
Skills Required
- B.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
- 8+ years of experience developing in C/C++
- Experience with Linux development tools and debugging
- Solid understanding of networking concepts and protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, or similar)
- Experience with virtualization technologies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience optimizing software performance
- Good understanding of operating systems and computer architecture
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are depicted as strong, featuring a meaningful 401(k) match with Roth options and support for Mega Backdoor Roth contributions. These elements position long-term savings as a notable advantage of the total rewards package.
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