NVIDIA

NVIDIA

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Senior Systems Software Engineer – GPU Software

Posted Aug 5, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$184K – $356.5K/yr
Location
Santa Clara, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
10+ years of relevant software development experience
Education
Master's

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Role Summary

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The GPU Software team is developing production GPU kernel drivers and embedded software for NVIDIA products in datacenter and gaming markets. The role focuses on next-generation GPU driver architecture and improving driver performance across these markets.

What You'll Do

  • Design, develop, and verify features for the next generation GPU driver architecture
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers and software engineers
  • Identify and solve performance bottlenecks in the GPU driver
  • Collaborate and communicate with teams from around the globe

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Qualifications

BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields (or equivalent experience); 10+ years of relevant software development experience; proven leadership skills and strong ownership of past projects; hands-on technical experience with complex software and hardware designs; exceptional C programming and low-level driver experience; complex system-level debugging; kernel experience with Linux, Android, Chrome, or Windows systems; familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessor, and microcontroller fundamentals.

Required

  • BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields (or equivalent experience)
  • 10+ years of relevant software development experience
  • Proven leadership skills and strong ownership of past projects
  • Hands-on technical experience with complex software and hardware designs
  • Exceptional C programming and low-level driver experience
  • Complex system-level debugging
  • Kernel experience with Linux, Android, Chrome, or Windows systems
  • Familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessor, and microcontroller fundamentals

Preferred

  • Experience as a maintainer or contributor to large open source software projects
  • Knowledge of virtualization platforms (XenServer, KVM, Hyper-V)
  • Familiarity with kernel level security concepts, including static code analysis, dynamic analysis, fuzzing, and negative testing
  • Experience with embedded system SW concepts, including RTOS and overlay programming models

Original job description

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NVIDIA is searching for a creative and highly motivated engineer with expertise in systems software to join the GPU Software team. You will design key aspects of our production GPU kernel drivers and embedded SW that impacts our products both in the datacenter and in gaming markets. NVIDIA is leading the way in groundbreaking developments in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing and Visualization. The GPU, our invention, serves as the visual cortex of modern computers and is at the heart of our products and services.

What you'll be doing: 

  • Design, develop and verify features for our next generation GPU driver architecture; collaborating with hardware engineers and fellow software engineers 

  • Help identify and solve performance bottlenecks in our driver, both in markets of scale like datacenter as well in gaming markets where applications need to run as fast as possible 

  • Get opportunities to collaborate and communicate effectively with teams from all around the globe 

What we need to see: 

  • BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields (or equivalent experience)

  • 10+ years of relevant software development experience 

  • Proven leadership skills and strong ownership of past projects 

  • Hands on technical experience and demonstrated excellence in an environment with complex software and hardware designs 

  • Exceptional C programming and low-level driver experience; background and strength with complex system-level debugging 

  • Kernel experience with Linux, Android, Chrome, or Windows systems 

  • Familiarity and comfort with computer system architecture, microprocessor, and microcontroller fundamentals (caches, buses, memory controllers, DMA, etc.) 

 
Ways to stand out from the crowd: 

  • Experience as a maintainer or contributor to large open source software projects 

  • Knowledge of virtualization platforms (XenServer, KVM, Hyper-V) 

  • Familiarity with kernel level security concepts; this includes testing techniques and a familiarity with static code analysis, dynamic analysis, fuzzing, negative testing and other techniques 

  • Experience with embedded system SW concepts, e.g.: RTOS and overlay programming models 

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people on the planet working for us. If you're creative, passionate and self-motivated, we want to hear from you!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4, and 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 19, 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.