System Software Engineer - GPU at NVIDIA

**Who this is for** This position is for a System Software Engineer at NVIDIA, focused on developing and validating next-generation computing and graphics produ

Work type: onsite

Location: US, CA, Santa Clara

Salary: $124,000 – $241,500/yr

Type: Full-time

Summary

**Who this is for** This position is for a System Software Engineer at NVIDIA, focused on developing and validating next-generation computing and graphics products. If you have strong C++ skills, a deep understanding of graphics concepts, OS fundamentals, and hardware architecture, this role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technology. **Key highlights** You will work closely with architecture, hardware, and driver teams throughout the product development lifecycle. Responsibilities include crafting software tools and infrastructure for chip development, validation, and productization, as well as assessing new hardware features and architecting manufacturing diagnostic tests. **You might be a good fit if you...** - Hold a BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience. - Have 3+ years of proven experience in a related hardware/software position. - Possess strong C/C++ programming skills and an understanding of PC architecture. - Have experience with parallel computing, PCIE, NVLink, or server product technologies like Infiniband or Ethernet.

Job Description

We are seeking a System Software Engineer to work on next-generation computing and graphics products. Our charter is to build the most stressful set of applications a GPU or high performance computing server would see in its life cycle. The best candidates will have strong C++ programming skills, thorough knowledge of graphics concepts and algorithms, a solid foundation of systems software with emphasis on OS fundamentals, and a deep understanding of current generation hardware architecture. Excellent interpersonal skills and a dedication to meticulous engineering practices are a requirement. As a system software engineer, you will extensively use your knowledge of operating systems, algorithms, and computer architecture to provide robust and efficient solutions to validate and test next generation processors.

What you'll be doing:

Working closely with architecture, hardware and driver teams through the product development life cycle of computing and graphics processors, as well as compute products.

Responsible for crafting software tools and infrastructure required for new chip development, validation, and productization.

You will assess new hardware features and architect manufacturing diagnostic tests using pre-beta CUDA and Vulkan extensions.

Explore ways to use high level compute & graphics programming APIs to stress specific units and flows at a GPU and system level.

This job will require an understanding of our hardware and software architectures.

What we need to see:

BS or MS degree in one of the areas of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent experience)

3+ years proven experience in a related hardware/software position

Strong C/C++ programming skills

Understanding of PC architecture, and ability to work close to the hardware

Background with Parallel Computing, PCIE, Nvlink or server product technologies like Infiniband, Ethernet is a plus

Previous experience of working on a large system software code base is preferable

Very strong problem solving and debugging skills

Ability to self-manage, show leadership, and have good interpersonal skills

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our elite engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you.

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 124,000 USD - 195,500 USD for Level 2, and 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3.

You will also be eligible for equity and [benefits](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/benefits/).

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until April 27, 2026.

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.

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