NVIDIA seeks a System Software Engineer specializing in database and API design.  This role involves architecting and managing databases, building APIs for automation and validation tools, and optimizing database performance. Responsibilities include database design, development, maintenance, and debugging; crafting APIs; conducting performance audits; identifying and resolving bottlenecks; collaborating with cross-functional teams; and staying current with database technologies. The ideal candidate possesses a Master's degree or equivalent experience, 4+ years of DBA experience, and 3+ years of full-stack development experience with strong RDBMS (e.g., PostgreSQL) proficiency.  Experience with cloud-based databases and containerization technologies is a plus.

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<div data-automation-id="jobPostingDescription" class="css-4r17ng">NVIDIA's GPUs and SOCs are the world leaders in performance and efficiency, and we are continually innovating in creative and outstanding ways to improve our ability to deliver extraordinary solutions in a wide range of sectors. We are seeking System Software Engineer for Database/API Design within Silicon Solution Group (SSG) who would architect and manage several databases and build related API for Automation and Validation Tools with Efficiency Improvement. In this role, you will manage the entire database development life cycle, combine technical expertise with hands-on experience to drive all aspects of database planning, design, optimization, maintenance, and debugging. This position requires collaboration with IT, Automtion/Validation tools developers and other SSG function teams across the organization.What you’ll be doing:<ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain efficient and scalable database structures and schemas</li><li>Craft various APIs to talk to each database</li><li>Conduct regular design performance audits and profiling</li><li>Identify performance bottlenecks and implement optimization strategies</li><li>Tune SQL queries, stored procedures, and database schemas for optimal performance</li><li>Develop and implement database indexing strategies</li><li>Collaborate with Automation/Validation Tools teams to optimize application-database interactions</li><li>Conduct analysis on scalability and planning for growth</li><li>Root-cause and resolve database-related problems, implementing effective solutions</li><li>Stay up-to-date with the latest database technologies and industry standards</li></ul>What we need to see:<ul><li>Master’s degree or equivalent experience in relevant field</li><li>4+ years of Database Administrator experience</li><li>3+ years of Full-Stack development with FastAPI/REST API/JavaScript/Python</li><li>Strong proficiency in major RDBMS platforms (e.g., PostgreSQL)</li><li>Detailed comprehension of SQL and database design principles</li><li>Experience with database backup, recovery, and security procedures</li><li>Familiarity with operating systems and server hardware</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team who is a motivated self-starter with strong analytical and debug skills</li><li>Rich cross-functional working experience</li><li>Excellent English verbal and written communication skills</li></ul>Ways to stand out from the crowd:<ul><li>Experience with cloud-based database platforms (e.g., AWS)</li><li>Familiar with docker/Kubernetes technology</li><li>Familiar with AI models and Experience with AI development</li><li>Strong understanding of algorithms, computer and Microservice architecture and silicon validation</li></ul>With highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology industry's most desirable employers. We have some of the most brilliant and talented people in the world working with us and our engineering teams are growing fast. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a genuine passion for GPU/SOC platform software/tools, we want to hear from you.</div>

System Software Engineer, Database and API Design