Data Center Power Test Architect

Nvidia

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$168,000–$270,250 / yr
Posted
11 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Nov 1, 2026
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99+ roles within 25 mi

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Above market

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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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TL;DR · Data Center Power Test Architect

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As a Senior Test Architect on the Enterprise Software QA team, you will serve as a technical leader driving quality and reliability across the next-generation datacenter software and firmware stack. You will define end-to-end test strategies for power features, architect scalable test infrastructure, and manage data center power quality metrics. Your daily work involves designing modular test frameworks, leading root cause analysis across hardware and software layers, and innovating in lab automation and CI/CD pipelines. The role requires expertise in Python, C/C++, Kubernetes, Envoy, and tools like GitLab and Jenkins. You will address complex technical challenges involving telemetry, power efficiency, and system architecture for AI, HPC, and cloud-scale systems. Key competencies include experience with NIST and OCP standards, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and utilizing AI-powered tools to accelerate test development and streamline debugging processes.

Skills

Python C/C++ Kubernetes Envoy CI/CD GitLab Jenkins GitOps Firmware Telemetry NIST DMTF OCP Lab Automation Root Cause Analysis AI Tools

What you'll do

  • Define and lead the end-to-end test architecture and validation strategy for power features across multiple platforms.
  • Design and implement modular, scalable test frameworks and automation harnesses for functional, stress, and performance testing.
  • Establish quality KPIs and reporting dashboards to track code coverage, system uptime, and validation completeness.
  • Lead complex root cause analysis and debug investigations across firmware, software, and hardware layers.
  • Enhance test automation pipelines by integrating continuous testing into nightly and pre-merge workflows.
  • Validate real-world customer configurations and production scenarios to ensure firmware readiness for deployment.
  • Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of innovation in embedded validation and test automation.
  • Utilize AI-powered tools to accelerate test development, automate repetitive workflows, and streamline debug processes.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in data center power enablement related to software/firmware testing.
  • Strong knowledge of system architecture, power shelf, baseboard management, and industry power standards.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and experience with C/C++.
  • Expertise in platform standards for security, telemetry, and manageability including NIST, DMTF, and OCP.
  • Experience designing test frameworks and infrastructure using Python or C/C++.
  • Proficiency in administering, operating, and configuring Kubernetes and Envoy.
  • Validated experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab and Jenkins within a GitOps model.

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