System Software Engineer - GPU
at Nvidia
📍 Santa Clara, United States
$148,000-276,000 per year
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Algorithms @ 6 Leadership @ 3 Debugging @ 6 API @ 3 CUDA @ 3Details
We are seeking a System Software Engineer to work on next-generation computing and graphics products. Our charter is to build the most stressful set of applications a GPU or high-performance computing server would see in its life cycle. The best candidates will have strong C++ programming skills, thorough knowledge of graphics concepts and algorithms, a solid foundation of systems software with emphasis on OS fundamentals, and a deep understanding of current generation hardware architecture. Excellent interpersonal 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
- Working closely with architecture, hardware and driver teams through the product development life cycle of computing and graphics processors, as well as compute products.
- Responsible for crafting software tools and infrastructure required for new chip development, validation, and productization.
- You will assess new hardware features and architect manufacturing diagnostic tests using pre-beta CUDA and Vulkan extensions.
- Explore ways to use high level compute & graphics programming APIs to stress specific units and flows at a GPU and system level.
- This job will require an understanding of our hardware and software architectures.
Requirements
- BS or MS degree in one of the areas of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years proven experience in a related hardware/software position
- Strong C/C++ programming skills
- Understanding of PC architecture, and ability to work close to the hardware
- Background with Parallel Computing, PCIE, Nvlink or server product technologies like Infiniband, Ethernet is a plus
- Previous experience of 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.
Benefits
With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our elite engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you.
The base salary range is 148,000 USD - 276,000 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.