Senior System Software Engineer, GPU Server

at Nvidia
📍 Santa Clara, United States
USD 184,000-356,500 per year
SENIOR
✅ On-site

SCRAPED

Used Tools & Technologies

Not specified

Required Skills & Competences ?

Algorithms @ 7 Leadership @ 4 Communication @ 4 Networking @ 7 Debugging @ 7 CUDA @ 4 GPU @ 4

Details

We are seeking software engineers to work on next-generation high-speed interconnect technologies. Our charter is to develop the most demanding high-speed IO applications a GPU or high-performance computing server will encounter in its lifecycle, by collaborating closely with hardware architects, silicon designers, and platform software experts to support innovation in factories and data centers. The best candidates will have strong C++ programming skills, detailed knowledge of networking concepts and algorithms, a solid foundation of systems software with emphasis on OS fundamentals, and a deep understanding of current generation hardware architecture at systems level. Excellent communication 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.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with architecture, hardware and driver teams through the product development lifecycle of computing and graphics processors, as well as compute products.
  • Craft software tools and infrastructure required for new chip development, validation, and productization.
  • Assess new hardware features and architect diagnostic software using pre-beta CUDA extensions.
  • Apply understanding of hardware and software architectures to design and validate system-level solutions.

Requirements

  • BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years experience in a related hardware/software position.
  • Strong C/C++ programming skills.
  • Familiarity with computer architecture and ability to work close to the hardware.
  • Background with PCIe, NVLink or server IO technologies like InfiniBand, Ethernet is a plus.
  • Previous experience 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.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary range (by level):
    • Level 4: 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD
    • Level 5: 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD
  • You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. (See employer benefits link provided in original posting.)

Other Details

  • Location: Santa Clara, CA, United States.
  • Time type: Full time.
  • Applications accepted at least until August 17, 2025.
  • Employer notes: NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse work environment.