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
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

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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

Manager, Software Engineering - Networking leads a high-impact team focused on developing and verifying firmware and software layers for NVLINK Switches and GPUs within the PHY connectivity layer. This role is critical for next-generation networking technologies that enable large-scale deployment in High-Performance Computing data centers. The manager serves as the primary technical point of contact for strategic customers, investigating issues in customer setups, supporting new system bringup processes, and owning major features end-to-end. The position requires a hands-on approach involving fifty percent OS software coding and debugging while collaborating with offshore teams. Candidates must possess skills in Python, C, and C++, along with experience in Linux and networking. The role demands expertise in firmware development, team mentoring, and the ability to self-teach quickly to solve complex technical problems within the high-performance computing domain.

What does a Software Engineering Manager earn in California?

Median $281300 from 41 postings across 13 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Lead a high-impact team in the development and verification of software and firmware layers.
  • Serve as the primary technical point of contact for strategic customers regarding NVLINK technology.
  • Investigate issues in customer setups and support new system bringup processes.
  • Own the end-to-end development of major features for NVLINK Switches and GPUs.
  • Perform hands-on OS software coding and debugging at least 50% of the time.
  • Mentor team members and oversee technical growth within the organization.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a similar technical field or equivalent experience.
  • Overall technical experience.
  • 3+ years of experience managing a team.
  • Proficiency in Python, C, and C++ programming.
  • Experience leading teams in developing software/firmware and mentoring others.
  • Ability to self-teach and learn quickly.
  • Linux and networking experience (preferred).
  • Master's degree or equivalent experience (preferred).

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