System Software Engineer - Tegra

Nvidia

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$124,000–$195,500 / yr
Posted
8 days ago

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This role $160k
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This role pays less than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $142,400–$213,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $160k versus about $178k 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.

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TL;DR · System Software Engineer - Tegra

Join NVIDIA's System Software group as a System Software Engineer, where you will contribute to the development and maintenance of software for advanced server products used in AI, HPC, and accelerated computing. Your role involves designing diagnostic middleware and applications for NVIDIA’s SOC and GPU hardware across various stages of product lifecycle, from bring-up to failure analysis. You’ll collaborate with ASIC and NPI teams on new requirements while integrating diagnostic components into the overall system software architecture. Essential skills include strong C/C++ programming, low-level driver development, Linux kernel knowledge, and experience in server/PC system architecture. Ideal candidates have a BS/MS in EE/CS or equivalent experience, along with a proven track record of learning new technologies quickly and working effectively on large-scale projects.

What you'll do

  • Design diagnostic middleware and applications for NVIDIA SOC and GPU hardware.
  • Architect and drive new diagnostic software solutions across product lifecycle phases.
  • Integrate diagnostic components with system software to enhance overall architecture.
  • Collaborate with ASIC and NPI teams to plan and implement new product requirements.
  • Research and evaluate industrial technical standards, driving necessary implementations.

What we're looking for

  • BS/MS in EE/CS or equivalent experience with 2+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Strong C/C++ programming skills and object-oriented design expertise.
  • Proficiency in low-level driver level programming and Linux kernel internals.
  • Understanding of processor architecture, particularly ARM.
  • Experience in pre-silicon/post-silicon bringup planning for complex SoCs.
  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging abilities with strong communication skills.
  • Record of quickly learning new technologies and working effectively on large software projects.

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