System Software Engineer - GPU

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.
• What we need to see:
• BS or MS degree in one of the areas of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ 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
• Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 124,000 USD - 195,500 USD for Level 2, and 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits .
• Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 15, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
• NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

Additional Information

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.

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