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.
Would you like to invent the future of AI and computer graphics? NVIDIA’s Metropolis Synthetic Data Generation (SDG) team wants a highly motivated and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join us. At a company celebrated for its innovative visual computing efforts, you will contribute to building scalable Physical AI Digital Twin and Synthetic Data Generation solutions. This position is great for those passionate about exploring new frontiers in technology and promoting innovation in Physical AI, Agentic development, and Deep Learning. Among other things, our team develops the Action and Event Generation extensions for Isaac Sim. https://docs.isaacsim.omniverse.nvidia.com/latest/action_and_event_data_generation/index.html
What you'll be doing:
Build, develop, and maintain scalable 3D simulation software for Digital Twin and Synthetic Data Generation applications.
Collaborate with multi-functional teams to build backend services and AI Agents to create end-to-end SDG solutions.
Implement scalable and resilient solutions for distributed computing environments.
Optimize the performance and reliability of cloud applications and services.
Develop user interfaces and frontend components as needed.
Work closely with product managers to define and prioritize features and requirements.
Participate in code reviews, build discussions, and team meetings.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and guidelines to ensure our solutions remain innovative.
What we need to see:
Bachelor or higher degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience.
12+ years of industrial experience in large-scale software development in Computer Graphics, Game Engine, or 3D Simulation.
Excellent programming skills in languages such as C/C++, Python, and scripting languages.
Proficiency in 3D simulation of one or more physics phenomena (e.g., rigid-body dynamics, fluid dynamics, material fracture, combustion, audio synthesis, and propagation).
Proficiency in physics Game engines (e.g., Unreal, Unity, Chrono, Mujoco).
Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Experience with NVIDIA GPU technology, Omniverse programming and developing AI agents.
Experience with content generation using LLM and Generative AI models.
Hands-on experience with 3D virtual content creation and animation tools (e.g., Maya, Blender, Houdini).
Understanding of DevOps principles and practices in Cloud environments.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
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
- Bachelor or higher degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience
- 12+ years of industrial experience in software development in Computer Graphics, Game Engine, or 3D Simulation
- Excellent programming skills in C/C++, Python, and scripting languages
- Proficiency in 3D simulation of physics phenomena
- Proficiency in physics Game engines like Unreal or Unity
- Experience with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
NVIDIA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity awards and a discounted ESPP are highlighted as core parts of total compensation, enabling employees to share in the company’s success. Stock-based compensation and the two-year lookback ESPP are consistently described as especially valuable.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is portrayed as robust, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options alongside mental health support and on-site care resources. Employer HSA contributions and wellness perks reinforce the depth of the offering.
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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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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.”
