We are looking for a hard-working and experienced system software engineer to join our team and work on innovative datacenter interconnects. You will be responsible for designing and implementing kernel and microcode to support the next-generation of NVLink interconnects. This role will require extensive collaboration with GPU architects, system architects, ASIC designers and other FW/SW teams to produce world class products.
What you'll be doing:
Design and implement next-generation NVLink features in C/C++.
Support the bring up of new NVLink platforms from Pre-Silicon to Production
Perform verification, validation, and testing of NVLink-connected products using various methods and tools.
Debug and resolve any issues related to NVLink and provide technical support to customers and partners.
What we need to see:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of relevant software development experience
Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting with python.
Proven experience in system software, microcode, networking, or related areas.
Knowledge of computer architecture, operating systems, drivers, firmware, and security features.
Experienced in SW development lifecycles including generating design consensus, code peer reviews, testing, and production branching
Understanding of HW development lifecycles including pre-silicon and bring-up
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
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 on the planet working for us. If you're creative, passionate and self-motivated, we want to hear from you! NVIDIA is leading the way in groundbreaking developments in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing and Visualization. The GPU, our invention, serves as the visual cortex of modern computers and is at the heart of our products and services.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD.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's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of relevant software development experience
- Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting with Python
- Experience in system software, microcode, networking, or related areas
- Knowledge of computer architecture, operating systems, drivers, firmware, and security features
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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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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.”
