Platform Performance Architect, GeForce Now

Nvidia

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$272,000–$431,250 / yr
Posted
63 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 · Platform Performance Architect, GeForce Now

As a GeForce NOW Platform Architect at NVIDIA, you will join a team dedicated to the Architecture, Performance, and Efficiency of Cloud Gaming Servers across various hardware generations. Your role involves driving performance analysis for current and next-generation cloud gaming hardware, identifying bottlenecks, and optimizing software stacks including hypervisors, drivers, and firmware. You will engage with Original Design Manufacturers (ODMs) in design reviews, enhance performance analysis tools, and influence future system designs. Ideal candidates have a MS or BS in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience, at least 14 years of industry experience in system software, diagnostic software, hardware reliability, and virtualization technologies. Knowledge of graphics APIs like DirectX, Vulkan, Metal, and proficiency in C/C++ are essential. This role is pivotal in NVIDIA’s mission to deliver unparalleled cloud gaming experiences with cutting-edge technology.

What you'll do

  • Drive performance analysis to identify bottlenecks in current and next-generation cloud gaming hardware.
  • Optimize gaming performance by enhancing software stack components such as hypervisor, driver, and firmware.
  • Influence future system design through engagement with original design manufacturers (ODMs).
  • Enhance performance analysis tools and simulators for better insights and optimizations.
  • Conduct design reviews to ensure alignment with performance and efficiency goals.

What we're looking for

  • At least 14 years of industry experience in system software and hardware reliability.
  • Expertise in GPU, CPU, memory controller, PCIe, and storage systems.
  • Proficiency with BIOS, BMC, firmware, kernel mode drivers, and OS/hypervisor on Windows/Linux.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and analytical abilities for performance analysis.
  • Knowledge of graphics APIs like DirectX, Vulkan, and Metal.
  • Experience with virtualization technologies and development in C/C++.

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