Senior Graphics System Software Engineer

Nvidia

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$224,000–$356,500 / yr
Posted
9 days ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $184k
This role $290k
$121k most similar roles pay here $382k

This role pays more than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $146,375–$222,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $290k versus about $184k for comparable roles.

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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 980 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $168,000–$270,250 across 966 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Senior Graphics System Software Engineer

NVIDIA seeks a Senior Graphics System Software Engineer to join its AI & Graphics team, where you will collaborate with a diverse group of experts to develop cutting-edge graphics and deep learning technologies. Your role involves designing new APIs and systems for real-time AI in gaming and creative applications, ensuring compatibility across multiple GPU generations and operating systems. You will also work closely with game studios to optimize their titles on NVIDIA hardware and contribute to the advancement of real-time rendering and AI techniques for various industries including gaming, virtual reality, and CAD. Additionally, you will support the development cycle from design to market release for next-generation graphics processors. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in system programming, a strong background in algorithms and data structures, and proficiency with DirectX 12, Vulkan, or similar rendering APIs, along with expertise in Windows or Linux user mode drivers and game engine development across multiple platforms.

What you'll do

  • Develop cutting-edge graphics and deep learning technologies for real-time AI applications in gaming and creative industries.
  • Design and implement new APIs and systems across multiple GPU generations and operating systems.
  • Collaborate with game studios to optimize their games on NVIDIA hardware using advanced graphics and AI technologies.
  • Participate in the development of innovative real-time rendering and AI techniques for emerging tech sectors like VR and CAD.
  • Support the entire lifecycle of next-generation graphics processors, from design through market release.

What we're looking for

  • 12+ years of industry experience in system programming, gaming, or related field.
  • Solid background in algorithms, data structures, and computer architecture.
  • Experience designing and building robust software platforms.
  • Proficiency with DirectX 12, Vulkan, or other rendering APIs.
  • Familiarity with Windows or Linux user mode drivers and game engine development.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to drive complex initiatives.
  • Knowledge of security methodologies for writing secure code.

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