Principal Storage Kernel Software Engineer, Linux - DGX Cloud

NVIDIA is seeking a Principal Storage Kernel Software Engineer for its block storage group. This hands-on role involves designing, implementing, and testing next-generation distributed storage services in C language for Host and DPU environments. The engineer will work on high-performance, scalable solutions, collaborate with various teams, and solve complex production issues, contributing to defining future platforms.

Must Have

• 100% hands-on coding in C language (kernel and userspace)
• Research, design, implement, and test distributed storage services
• Understand algorithms and interactions within NVIDIA's block storage ecosystem
• Analyze and solve challenging bugs in large-scale production systems
• 15+ years of experience as a senior developer in storage, networking, or OS
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming
• Experience with NVMe storage protocols and standards
• Experience with Linux block subsystem and IO stack
• Proven experience in designing and developing distributed systems
• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts including virtualization, scalability, and data management

Good to Have

• Linux Kernel coding experience
• Linux Kernel internals knowledge (memory management, scheduling, etc.)

Perks & Benefits

• Aggressive compensation plan
• Opportunity to work on transformative products
• Highly competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Two free days each quarter

Job Description

Company

NVIDIA

Job Requisition ID

JR2009896

Job Category

Engineering

Time Type

Full time

We are looking for a 100% hands-on Storage Services Software engineer to join the block storage group. You will be a member of a team that builds the next generation block storage capabilities. You will work closely with a variety of teams and architects including the networking team, and external customers. You will take part in defining the software architecture and implementation of the most advanced storage services! Services that will need to meet extreme performance and scalability demands! We have crafted a team of extraordinary people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the platform of tomorrow.

At NVIDIA, we work, think and learn as a team. We thrive in a deeply strong environment, and we're passionate about a culture that demands innovation and the highest standards. The rewards are sweet and include collaborating with some of the smartest people in the industry, an aggressive compensation plan that rewards top performers, and the opportunity to work on products that transform the way people work and play.

What you’ll be doing:

• 100% hands-on coding role in C language, kernel and userspace
• Research, design, implement and test, new and existing, distributed storage services and features of NVIDIA’s block storage solution, in both Host and DPU environments.
• Acquire understanding of the algorithms, the technicalities and the interaction with other components across NVIDIA’s block storage ecosystem.
• Analyze and solve challenging bugs and customer cases in large scale production systems, identifying issues in our or inbox kernel modules and often in other components. Drive new solutions based on any issues that arise

What we need to see:

• B.Sc., M.Sc.. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 15+ years of experience as a senior developer, preferably in the domains of storage, networking, and/or operating-systems.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming.
• Experience with storage protocols and standards, especially NVMe
• Experience with Linux block subsystem and IO stack
• Proven professional experience in designing and developing distributed systems; advantage for experience in block storage and/or networking systems.
• Ability to work autonomously, with a proactive mindset and perseverance to solve day to day challenges.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technology and go deep into new areas
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Innovative approach, identifying opportunities to improve, accelerate, and reuse existing solutions.
• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts, including virtualization, scalability, and data management.

Ways to Stand Out From the Crowd:

• Linux Kernel coding experience
• Linux Kernel internals knowledge including memory management, scheduling, etc.

NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. NVIDIA’s invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing — with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. This is our life’s work — to amplify human imagination and intelligence. With highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers.