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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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As the Director, Software TPM - Server Firmware and System Software, you will lead a team of Senior TPMs focused on technical software and firmware execution for next-generation server platforms like DGX, MGX, and HGX. You will manage the end-to-end SDLC for low-level components including BMC, UEFI/BIOS, drivers, and system management software while aligning with hardware schedules. The role involves collaborating with product management and hardware engineering teams to define release plans and improve development velocity through process improvements. Key technical requirements include expertise in system architecture, server topologies, Out of band management, PCIe, CXL, memory management, and RAS architecture. You will oversee complex system software for accelerators such as GPUs, DPUs, or FPGAs, ensuring high-quality integration across the AI/HPC software stack and hardware components.
Manage a team of Senior TPMs overseeing firmware and system software for next-generation server platforms.
Drive the end-to-end SDLC for low-level components including BMC, UEFI/BIOS, drivers, and management software.
Align software development schedules with hardware engineering timelines to ensure successful new product introductions.
Establish feedback loops between sustaining and NPI engineering teams to improve product quality and velocity.
Lead process improvement initiatives and propagate SDLC standards across multiple engineering organizations.
Define release plans and program objectives in coordination with product management and hardware teams.
Mentor and manage a team of professionals to deliver complex system software projects under fast-paced timelines.
What we're looking for
Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience developing and leading complex low-level or system software projects.
7+ years of experience in a people management role.
Deep understanding of system architecture including server topologies, Out of band management, UEFI/BIOS, interconnects, memory management, and RAS architecture.
Experience working with complex system software for accelerators such as GPUs, DPUs, or FPGAs.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to achieve objectives under fast-paced timelines.
Proven ability to lead multiple projects with contending priorities while mentoring and building cohesive teams.
Prior experience coordinating activities between hardware, firmware, and software application organizations is preferred.
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