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Tegra System Software Engineer

Posted Sep 30, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Software Engineering & IT Software Engineering
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Santa Clara, California, United States
Employment
Full-time
Experience
5+ years of relevant software development experience
Education
BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree or equivalent experience

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Role Summary

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The engineer designs, develops, and verifies system software features for Tegra SoCs, including kernel drivers and embedded software for ARM-based platforms. The work spans pre-silicon and silicon platforms, from modeling and platform bring-up to enabling core OS software.

What You'll Do

  • Design, develop, and verify features for next-generation SoC architecture in collaboration with hardware and software engineers.
  • Participate in early modeling and simulation.
  • Work with hardware, silicon, and pre-silicon teams to bring up platforms, products, and prototype systems.
  • Enable core OS software on new platforms during SoC bring-up.
  • Craft, unit test, document, and maintain Tegra SoC features, and create architecture and design specifications.

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Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience, and 5+ years of relevant software development experience. Seeks proven leadership and project ownership; hands-on experience with complex software and hardware designs; strong C programming, low-level driver development, and system-level debugging; ARM processor experience; and familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessor, and microcontroller fundamentals, including caches, buses, memory controllers, and DMA.

Preferred

  • Background with chip or board bring-up
  • Experience developing high-quality embedded code
  • Experience with JTAG and other debugging tools

Original job description

Content provided by the employer

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.


The Tegra Team searching for a creative and highly motivated engineer with expertise in system software to join the Tegra system-on-chip (SOC) Software organization. You will design key aspects of our Tegra SoC kernel drivers and embedded Software. This role will be dedicated to advancing ARM SoC on pre-silicon and silicon platforms. Join us to build a world class System software team.


What you'll be doing:

  • Design, develop and verify features for our next generation SoC architecture, collaborating with hardware engineers and fellow software engineers.
  • Heavily involved with the early modeling simulation required to produce our outstanding products.
  • Working closely with the hardware, silicon, pre-silicon teams to bring-up new platforms, products, and prototype systems.
  • Involved in SoC bringup with a focus on enabling the core OS software on new platforms.
  • Get to craft, develop, unit test, document and maintain features for Tegra SoCs.
  • You will influence hardware architecture and system software by creating architecture and design specification.

What we need to see:

  • BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of relevant software development experience
  • Proven leadership skills and strong ownership on past projects
  • Hands on technical experience and demonstrated excellence in an environment with complex software and hardware designs
  • Outstanding C programming and low-level driver experience; background and strength with complex system-level debugging
  • Experienced with ARM based processor architecture
  • Familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessor, and microcontroller fundamentals (caches, buses, memory controllers, DMA, etc.)

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Background with Chip or Board bring-up
  • Experience developing high quality embedded code
  • Experience with JTAG and other debugging tools

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 3, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive 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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About the company

NVIDIA

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NVIDIA is a leading technology company renowned for its graphics processing units (GPUs) and innovative computing solutions that enhance visual experiences across multiple platforms, including gaming, scientific research, and artificial intelligence. Founded in 1993, the company has expanded its offerings to include powerful AI frameworks and deep learning platforms, making significant contributions to industries such as gaming, data centers, automotive, and healthcare. NVIDIA's commitment to pushing the boundaries of visual computing continues to drive advancements in both hardware and software, positioning the company at the forefront of emerging technologies and digital transformation.