Director, Software Engineering

Nvidia

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Santa Clara, CA
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Full-time
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124 days ago
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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 · Director, Software Engineering

The Director, Software Engineering for NVIDIA Experience joins the NVIDIA Experience Team to provide high-level support and services for AI server products powered by NVIDIA GPUs, CPUs, and networking technologies. This role involves partnering with CSPs, enterprises, and OEMs to translate customer needs into scalable, high-performance solutions for large-scale AI data center operations. Key responsibilities include driving RMA Operations excellence, managing CRM roadmaps, developing effectiveness metrics, and creating documentation for enterprise support processes. The successful candidate will utilize agentic AI skills to improve team workflows and mentor new engineers. Required qualifications include a BS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, 15 years of hardware and software engineering experience, and 5 years of management experience. Expertise in GPU technology, server architecture, and production application software development is preferred.

What you'll do

  • Provide direct support to customers to resolve technical issues and advance product solutions.
  • Drive RMA operations excellence and manage CRM roadmaps in coordination with partners.
  • Develop and implement metrics to measure program effectiveness and support data-driven decisions.
  • Create and maintain documentation for enterprise support processes, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Apply agentic AI skills to create new standard processes and improve team workflows.
  • Mentor new engineers and interns to nurture their professional development.
  • Translate customer needs into robust, scalable solutions for large-scale AI data center operations.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum of a BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Hardware and/or software engineering experience.
  • 5+ years of management experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage and moderate successful interactions with engineering partners, vendors, and customers.
  • Professional-level communication skills with the ability to adjust to different technical levels and stay calm in negative situations.
  • Excellent follow-up and organizational skills with a passion for solving problems.
  • Background in computer science and GPU technology (preferred).
  • Prior experience in production application software development, server architecture, or creating AI Tools (preferred).

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