Senior System Software Engineer
NVIDIA · Posted Sep 23
Graphics processing units, artificial intelligence platforms, accelerated computing, and data center solutions
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About the role
NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years, and today is tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. The NVIDIA System Software team is looking for highly motivated system software engineers with a proven track record of developing and leading technologies in kernel space from end to end. This role works closely with multi-functional and hardware teams to develop kernel-level system software solutions across chip development, from inception to production.
What you will do
- Work closely with multi-functional teams to develop system software solutions for kernel-level problems.
- Discuss architectural details with hardware teams and work together to build software solutions.
- Participate in different stages of chip development, from inception to production.
- Follow emerging trends in PCIE and connected sectors, focusing on innovation to boost performance and power efficiency.
- Solve deep technical problems from existing and new architecture.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of proven experience in working on core system software problems.
- Extensive knowledge of PCIE and associated technologies.
- Proficiency in C and kernel-level debugging.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Preferred qualifications
- Expertise in silicon bring-up of SOC products.
- Experience developing software solutions using AI tools.
- System-level knowledge that extends beyond a single component.
Benefits and support
- Diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work
- Equal opportunity employer that values diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status
- Widely considered to be one of the world’s most desirable employers
About NVIDIA
NVIDIA Corporation is a multinational technology company that designs graphics processing units (GPUs) for the gaming and professional markets, as well as system on a chip units (SoCs) for the mobile computing and automotive market. Pioneering accelerated computing, the company has become a driving engine of modern artificial intelligence, deep learning, and data center infrastructure.
- Industry
- Semiconductors
- Company size
- 42000+ employees
- Founded
- April 5, 1993
- Location
- Santa Clara, California, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Funding
Public Company · $5M raised
Leadership
Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Founder and NVIDIA Fellow
Executive Vice President, Worldwide Field Operations
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