System Software Engineer - GPU

2 Weeks ago • 8 Years + • Graphics Engineer • $184,000 PA - $356,500 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

NVIDIA seeks a System Software Engineer to develop and validate next-generation GPU and high-performance computing products. The role involves creating highly stressful applications to rigorously test hardware and software. Responsibilities include collaborating with architecture, hardware, and driver teams; developing software tools and infrastructure for chip development and validation; assessing new hardware features; and designing manufacturing diagnostic tests. The ideal candidate possesses strong C++ skills, a deep understanding of graphics concepts, OS fundamentals, and hardware architecture, along with excellent problem-solving and interpersonal abilities. This position requires extensive knowledge of operating systems, algorithms, and computer architecture to deliver robust and efficient validation and testing solutions for next-generation processors.
Must have:
  • Strong C/C++ programming skills
  • Understanding of PC architecture
  • 8+ years experience in hardware/software
  • Knowledge of graphics concepts & algorithms
  • Understanding of OS fundamentals
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
Good to have:
  • Parallel Computing experience
  • PCIE, Nvlink, Infiniband experience
  • Experience with large system software codebases
Perks:
  • Competitive salary
  • Generous benefits package
  • Equity

Job Details

We are seeking a System Software Engineer to work on next-generation computing and graphics products. Our charter is to build the most stressful set of applications a GPU or high performance computing server would see in its life cycle. The best candidates will have strong C++ programming skills, thorough knowledge of graphics concepts and algorithms, a solid foundation of systems software with emphasis on OS fundamentals, and a deep understanding of current generation hardware architecture. Excellent interpersonal skills and a dedication to meticulous engineering practices are a requirement. As a system software engineer, you will extensively use your knowledge of operating systems, algorithms, and computer architecture to provide robust and efficient solutions to validate and test next generation processors.

What you'll be doing:

  • Working closely with architecture, hardware and driver teams through the product development life cycle of computing and graphics processors, as well as compute products.

  • Responsible for crafting software tools and infrastructure required for new chip development, validation, and productization.

  • You will assess new hardware features and architect manufacturing diagnostic tests using pre-beta CUDA and Vulkan extensions.

  • Explore ways to use high level compute & graphics programming APIs to stress specific units and flows at a GPU and system level.

  • This job will require an understanding of our hardware and software architectures.


What we need to see:

  • BS or MS degree in one of the areas of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent experience)

  • 8+ years proven experience in a related hardware/software position

  • Strong C/C++ programming skills

  • Understanding of PC architecture, and ability to work close to the hardware

  • Background with Parallel Computing, PCIE, Nvlink or server product technologies like Infiniband, Ethernet is a plus

  • Previous experience of working on a large system software code base is preferable

  • Very strong problem solving and debugging skills

  • Ability to self-manage, show leadership, and have good interpersonal skills

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our elite engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you.

The base salary range is 184,000 USD - 356,500 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. NVIDIA accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Since its founding in 1993, NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) has been a pioneer in accelerated computing. The company’s invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined computer graphics, ignited the era of modern AI and is fueling the creation of the metaverse. NVIDIA is now a full-stack computing company with data-center-scale offerings that are reshaping industry.

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