Manager, Graphics Tools Engineering

Nvidia

Actively hiring
Us, Ca, Santa Clara, US Posted 139 days ago $224,000$356,500 / year

At a glance

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TL;DR

Join NVIDIA as an engineering manager in their dynamic team focused on pioneering the next generation of Graphics Developer Tools. You will lead technical design and implementation, enhancing existing tools for NVIDIA GPUs and developing innovative new solutions that integrate AI with graphics. Collaborating closely with internal teams like Compiler, Driver, and GPU Architecture, you’ll drive technology discussions, mentor engineers, and ensure accurate task estimation and documentation. This role requires a deep passion for 3D graphics, low-level programming, and expertise in C/C++, 3D Graphics APIs, and GPU architectures. With at least 8 years of relevant experience and a background in computer science or related fields, you will contribute to the development of high-performance tools that empower developers worldwide to create fast and stable video games and professional applications.

Skills

C/C++ Direct3D OpenGL Vulkan HLSL GLSL GPU Architecture Virtual Memory Cache Threads Heterogeneous Computing Driver Development Deep Learning AI Performance Tuning Profiling Debugging Agile JIRA

What you'll do

  • Lead technical design and implementation of new features for NVIDIA GPUs.
  • Improve existing tools to help developers resolve rendering and performance issues.
  • Mentor engineers and provide feedback on their career development and performance.
  • Write maintainable, reliable code and document requirements and designs thoroughly.
  • Collaborate with internal teams like Compiler, Driver, and GPU Architecture groups.

What we're looking for

  • Over 8 years of experience in 3D graphics and low-level programming.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields with strong C/C++ skills.
  • Proven leadership as a technical lead or manager for at least 2 years.
  • Deep knowledge of 3D Graphics Algorithms, GPU Architectures, and APIs like Direct3D, OpenGL, Vulkan.
  • Expertise in GPU performance tuning/optimization, profiling, and debugging.
  • Experience developing drivers for GPUs and understanding deep learning/AI concepts.

Market check

Salary context

This $224,000–$356,500 range sits above 95% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$143,000$256,900

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$165,000$233,875

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 238 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

Nvidia currently has 802 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $184,000–$287,500 across 798 roles with salary data.

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