Principal Software Architect, GPU Networking

at Nvidia
USD 272,000-425,500 per year
SENIOR
✅ On-site

SCRAPED

Used Tools & Technologies

Not specified

Required Skills & Competences ?

Kubernetes @ 4 Hiring @ 4 Communication @ 4 Networking @ 4 GPU @ 4

Details

As a Principal Software Architect on the GPU Networking Architecture team you will define Software Defined Networking (SDN) architectural solutions and be part of a team of specialists spanning modern data center technologies, such as distributed AI and deep learning systems, Networking Operating Systems, Virtualization, Storage, GPU and switch hardware and software.

Responsibilities

  • Define system and software architecture for Software Defined Networking (SDN) of emerging AI networks involving innovative software and hardware.
  • Set use-cases and metrics for monitoring complex high-speed networks control-plane.
  • Collaborate closely with GPU and switch hardware and software teams, product teams, and fellow architects across NVIDIA to bring AI network technologies to reality.
  • Participate in cross-functional design and architecture reviews, and communicate architecture decisions and trade-offs to engineering and product stakeholders.

Requirements

  • B.Sc., M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering (or equivalent experience).
  • 15+ years of proven experience as a software architect.
  • Proven networking experience and deep familiarity with network architectures, control planes and high-speed networking concepts.
  • Strong software architecture and system design skills relevant to data-center scale networking.
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively in a multi-national, multi-time-zone corporate environment.
  • High energy, can-do attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.

Preferred / Ways to stand out

  • SDN definition and development experience.
  • Hands-on experience with InfiniBand.
  • Experience with Kubernetes.
  • Stellar communication skills and prior experience working closely with hardware teams (GPU / switch HW & SW).

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary range: 272,000 USD - 425,500 USD (base salary determined by location, experience, and comparable roles).
  • Eligible for equity and a generous benefits package.
  • NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in hiring and promotion practices.
  • Applications accepted at least until July 29, 2025.