Senior Hardware Validation Engineer

Nvidia

Actively hiring
Us, Ca, Santa Clara, US Posted 139 days ago $136,000$212,750 / year

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TL;DR

As a Senior Validation Engineer in the DGX Server Product Engineering Team, you will collaborate with hardware and software engineers to develop and execute comprehensive automated test plans for cutting-edge GPU-accelerated computing products. Your responsibilities include owning the validation process from start to finish, ensuring thorough coverage through collaboration with external partners like ODMs and component suppliers, and developing stress and performance testing strategies using deep learning applications. You will also troubleshoot complex system-level issues in a fast-paced environment, requiring proficiency in C/C++, JavaScript, Python, and familiarity with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes. This role demands expertise in high-speed IO validation, datacenter products, x86/Arm server architectures, and GPU computing, along with a strong background in continuous process improvement and automation.

Skills

Python C/C++ JavaScript AWS Kubernetes Terraform CI/CD PostgreSQL Docker Prometheus Grafana x86 Arm GPU Networking Storage Deep Learning AI Applications Oscilloscopes Digital Multi Meter

What you'll do

  • Own end-to-end validation process including test plan development and execution.
  • Develop system level stress and performance testing strategies using AI applications.
  • Solve complex hardware and software issues on GPU accelerated computing platforms.
  • Collaborate with external suppliers to ensure comprehensive product coverage.
  • Coordinate teams in different time zones for efficient project management.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years experience validating and debugging complex systems.
  • Expertise in high-speed IO validation and system-level stress testing.
  • Proficiency in C/C++, JavaScript, and Python for coding and scripting.
  • Strong collaboration skills across diverse teams and suppliers.
  • Deep understanding of computing architectures, including x86/Arm servers.
  • Familiarity with lab instruments like oscilloscopes and digital multimeters.
  • Experience with datacenter products, including system management and security.

Market check

Salary context

This $136,000–$212,750 range sits above 49% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$130,000$218,500

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$142,400$187,825

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 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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