Manager, Software Engineering - Networking

Nvidia

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Work type: On-site
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Salary: $224,000–$356,500 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Above market

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This role $290k

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This role pays more than 92% of similar roles. Most pay $185,362–$250,050 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $290k versus about $218k for comparable roles.

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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 · Manager, Software Engineering - Networking

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Manager, Software Engineering - Networking will join the Spectrum-X engineering team to manage a group of US-based software engineers developing networking products. This role involves building and managing a technical team while debugging complex networking problems and creating tools and processes to improve diagnostic workflows. The manager will engage directly with customers to align on requirements and collaborate with global teams of architects, product managers, and field personnel. Candidates must possess strong programming skills in C and Python on Linux, along with expertise in embedded networking software for switches, routers, and NICs. Key technical competencies include experience with ethernet networking protocols like TCP/IP and BGP/EVPN-VxLAN, as well as familiarity with Cumulus Linux and SONiC operating systems. The role addresses the specific challenges of building end-to-end Ethernet Networking solutions for AI factories.

What does a Software Engineering Manager earn in California?

Median $281300 from 41 postings across 13 companies.

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Skills

C Python Linux Ethernet TCP/IP BGP EVPN-VxLAN SONiC Cumulus Linux NICs Switches Routers AI-native software development

What you'll do

Build and manage a team of US-based software engineers developing networking products.
Debug and diagnose complex networking problems to improve system reliability.
Create tools and processes to improve the efficiency of debugging and diagnostics.
Engage directly with customers to align on requirements and solve their technical problems.
Coordinate with global teams of engineers, architects, product managers, and field personnel.
Lead the development of AI-native software for Ethernet networking solutions.

What we're looking for

B.A./B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
Experience developing embedded networking software for switches, routers, or NICs.
3+ years of experience as a personnel manager leading software teams.
Strong programming skills in C and Python on Linux.
Leadership in AI-native software development.
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on resolving networking issues.
Good English communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience in data center network engineering, ethernet protocols, or NVIDIA networking technology (preferred).