Senior System Software Engineer, Data Center Diagnostics
At a glance
Highlights
- next-generation high-speed interconnect
- collaboration with hardware architects
- large system software code base
- equity and benefits
Heads up
- 5+ years experience
Why this role might suit you
The role provides involvement in cutting‑edge high‑speed interconnect development, collaboration across hardware and software teams, and exposure to large‑scale system software projects within a leading AI company.
Skills
About the role
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.
What you'll be doing:
Working closely with architecture, hardware and driver teams through the product development lifecycle 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 diagnostic software using pre-beta CUDA extensions.
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
5+ years experience in a related hardware/software position
Strong C/C++ programming and Python 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 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 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 24, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
Compensation
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