NVIDIA seeks a senior technical architect to lead the implementation of its advanced platform architecture, collaborating closely with internal Platform and Silicon Architects to develop reference and form factor blueprints. This role involves frequent engagement with external partners to align on goals and deliver detailed specifications for product management. The individual will drive software benchmarking initiatives, optimize CPU behavior, power delivery, thermal controls, and battery life across various usage modes, ensuring platform differentiation through configurable features. Essential skills include a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields, 12+ years of experience in system/platform architecture, expertise in power and thermal management, and the ability to analyze data from use case scenarios and industry benchmarks.
Skills
Linux
Windows
PowerShell
Python
C++
ARM
PCIe
DDR
USB
SMBus
I2C
ACPI
UEFI
BIOS
Linux Kernel
Performance Tuning
Power Management
Thermal Management
Platform Architecture
System Design
Benchmarking
Collaboration Tools
What you'll do
Drive end-to-end platform architecture and implementation.
Enable smooth definition and execution of reference builds with internal architects.
Define and deliver detailed reference build specifications to product management.
Lead software, power, and performance benchmarking initiatives.
Plan and develop customizable platform functionalities for different usage modes.
Define power delivery solutions and conduct component analysis.
Analyze OEM reference build implementations focusing on cost implications.
What we're looking for
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field required.
Over 12 years of experience in system/platform architecture with proven success.
Expertise in power and thermal management, SoC rollups, and performance evaluations.
Ability to collaborate effectively with SoC architects and internal/external partners.
Hands-on experience leading implementation of new use case models and analysis.
Strong background in facilitating the creation of technical collaterals and benchmarks.
Market check
Salary context
This
$224,000–$356,500
range sits above
92%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$142,550–$236,900
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$151,505–$224,000
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Nvidia
Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing
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Listed pay typically runs
$184,000–$287,500
across 797 roles with salary data.