Manager, Firmware

at Nvidia

📍 Santa Clara, United States

USD 224,000-431,200 per year

SENIOR

✅ On-site

Tech Stack
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Agile @ 4 Debugging @ 7 HPC Networking @ 7 Python @ 7

Details

NVIDIA is looking for a Firmware Manager to join the Firmware Management group in Santa Clara. The team manager will lead a major development team responsible for firmware for next-generation networking products while remaining hands-on with development activities. The Firmware team develops modern networking features for cloud, high-performance computing, and storage applications.

Responsibilities

Lead a group of engineers and provide technical guidance and career mentorship to highly skilled team members.
Empower team members to excel and increase team productivity.
Lead a firmware team developing out-of-band and side-band management and peripherals, including communications with the BMC.
Drive and facilitate project planning, scheduling, and execution of team activities.
Collaborate with architecture and software design teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
Work in pre-silicon and post-silicon development environments for next-generation NVIDIA networking products.
Develop a deep understanding of networking technology, system debugging, software stacks, and the hardware, firmware, and software relationship.
Innovate and help bring NVIDIA firmware switching products to customers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
At least 4 years of managerial experience.
At least 8 years of relevant firmware development experience.
Proficiency in C and assembly.
Strong programming skills in Python.
Excellent understanding of embedded software and real-time programming.
Strong analytical, creative, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities and changing requirements.
Excellent teamwork and social skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of network protocols.
Experience with Agile.
Proficiency in C++.
Knowledge of firmware verification methodologies.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range is $224,000–$356,500 USD for Level 3 and $272,000–$431,250 USD for Level 4. Compensation is determined based on location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The role also includes eligibility for equity and benefits.