Senior Software Engineer - GPU

at Nvidia

📍 Santa Clara, United States

USD 152,000-287,500 per year

SENIOR

✅ On-site

Tech Stack
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Details

NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior System Software Engineer to join its GPU System Software team. The team develops comprehensive system software solutions from concept to production. This role oversees the full lifecycle of GPU feature development, including proof of concept, design, architecture, algorithm implementation, and pre- and post-silicon optimization. The primary focus is display features using hardware and software architectures to deliver energy-efficient consumer products.

Responsibilities

Define, prototype, design, and develop display features based on VESA DisplayPort standards, including DP 2.1, HDMI, and eDP.
Independently drive and resolve complex optimization strategies across multiple teams and technical disciplines.
Influence next-generation GPU, SoC, and platform architecture by creating internal architecture and design specifications.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with local and remote teams.
Drive interaction with OEM and ODM partners.

Requirements

5+ years of industry experience in system software or a related field.
Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent experience, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Strong programming skills in C and in-depth knowledge of low-level interfaces.
Solid background in operating system internals, device drivers, real-time embedded operating systems, algorithms, and data structures.
Ability to work closely with hardware designers and other driver engineers to create new features and solutions.
Experience with complex system-level debugging.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to achieve objectives under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

In-depth knowledge of low-level display pipeline fundamentals, including VESA, HDMI, DisplayPort, eDP, PSR, and FreeSync.
Architecture and design experience in SoC or GPU software display, power management, and optimization.
Experience with display technologies such as VESA DisplayPort, eDP, and HDMI, including software and hardware optimization.
Experience with system software, operating system internals, kernel modules, and device drivers.

Benefits

Equity eligibility.
Benefits package.
NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive work environment.

Applications will be accepted at least until October 16, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.