NVIDIA

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Embedded Software Engineer - RISCV

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
8+ years of meaningful software development experience, especially with embedded systems
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 Embedded Software Engineer will join NVIDIA’s GPU Software team and design key aspects of the RISCV BSP package used across the GPU. The role supports next-generation RISCV controllers through development, modeling, simulation, and product deployment across desktops, notebooks, workstations, and gaming consoles.

What You'll Do

  • Define, design, develop, and verify features for next-generation RISCV controllers on the GPU.
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers and fellow software engineers.
  • Follow devices through the development process to customer desktops, notebooks, workstations, and gaming console products.
  • Participate in early modeling and simulation activities.
  • Collaborate and communicate with teams from around the globe.

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Qualifications

BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; 8+ years of software development experience, especially with embedded systems; excellent C programming and embedded device driver development experience; familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessor, and microcontroller fundamentals.

Required

  • C programming
  • Embedded systems
  • Device driver development
  • Computer system architecture
  • Microprocessor and microcontroller fundamentals
  • Caches, buses, memory controllers, and DMA

Preferred

  • Familiarity with the RISCV architecture
  • Experience with toolchains such as gcc and gdb
  • Embedded system software concepts, including RTOS and overlay programming models
  • Experience with simulation, emulation, and the hardware development cycle
  • Good documentation and ability to communicate with others

Original job description

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NVIDIA is searching for a highly motivated, creative embedded software engineer to join the GPU Software team. As someone who is hardworking and passionate about their work, you will design key aspects of our RISCV BSP package used across the GPU. You should demonstrate the ability to excel in an environment with complex software and hardware designs.

What you'll be doing:

  • Define, design, develop and verify features for next-gen RISCV controllers on our GPU; collaborating with hardware engineers and fellow software engineers

  • You will follow the devices all the way through the development process to the customer desktops, notebooks, workstations, and gaming console products that are used throughout the world

  • Heavily involved with the early modeling and simulation required to produce our world-class products

  • Multiple 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 degree (or equivalent experience)

  • 8+ years of meaningful software development experience, especially with embedded systems

  • You can demonstrate a hands-on technical background; excellent C programming and embedded, device driver development experience

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

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Familiarity with the RISCV architecture

  • Experience with inner workings of toolchains such as gcc, gdb

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

  • Experience with simulation, emulation and HW development cycle

  • Good documentation and ability to communicate with others

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! 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.

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 June 15, 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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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.