Director, Software TPM - Server Firmware and System Software

Details

NVIDIA is seeking a strong technology leader to manage its Server Software Technical Program Management (TPM) team. This role operates at the intersection of execution and strategy, leading a team of Senior TPMs responsible for firmware and system software for NVIDIA's next-generation server platforms, including DGX, MGX, and HGX. These platforms combine NVIDIA GPUs, NVLink, InfiniBand networking, Grace CPUs, and an optimized AI/HPC software stack. The role focuses on software development processes that bring new server hardware to life.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of TPMs driving technical software and firmware execution for NVIDIA's New Product Introduction (NPI) and sustaining engineering teams.
• Drive the end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC) for low-level server components, including BMC, UEFI/BIOS firmware, drivers, and system management software, ensuring alignment with hardware schedules.
• Collaborate with NVIDIA product management and hardware engineering teams to define release plans and program objectives.
• Build a strong connection and feedback loop between sustaining and NPI engineering teams to improve product quality and development velocity.
• Lead process improvement initiatives and help propagate SDLC standards across multiple engineering and TPM organizations.
• Interact with diverse technical groups across all organizational levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree, equivalent experience, or Master of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 12 years of overall experience developing and leading complex low-level or system software projects.
• At least 7 years of experience in people management.
• Deep understanding of system architecture, including server topologies, out-of-band management, UEFI/BIOS, interconnects such as PCIe and CXL, memory management, and RAS architecture.
• Experience working with complex system software for accelerators such as GPUs, DPUs, or FPGAs.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to achieve objectives under fast-paced timelines.
• Proven ability to lead multiple projects with competing priorities.
• Strong people management and mentoring skills, with a consistent record of building cohesive teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Senior Manager experience leading engineering or program management teams.
• Deep understanding of software engineering principles and large-scale enterprise system architecture.
• Experience coordinating activities between hardware, firmware, and software application organizations.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $272,000–$425,500 USD, determined by location, experience, and compensation for similar positions.
• Eligible for equity and benefits.
• Applications will be accepted at least until August 3, 2026.
• NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment.