NVIDIA

NVIDIA

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Hardware Systems Application Engineer - CSP

Posted Aug 5, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$136K – $264.5K/yr
Location
Santa Clara, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
5+ years of proven experience in system-level design and integration of server products from concept to deployment.
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

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Role Summary

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The CSP HW Systems Engineer works with Cloud Scale Providers, OEMs/ODMs, and NVIDIA teams to deploy next-generation MGX AI platforms and racks, including Grace-Blackwell and Vera Rubin NVL72 systems. The role serves as a central point of contact for applications, architecture, and NPI engineering teams while helping develop future GPU-accelerated data center architectures and roadmaps.

What You'll Do

  • Collaborate with major cloud service providers, their OEM/ODM partners, and internal teams to deploy NVIDIA Vera-Rubin AI racks.
  • Work with domain expert teams at NVIDIA to optimize customer solutions for high-performance servers.
  • Solve deep server system issues across hardware, software, and application levels.
  • Act as the central point of contact between CSP customers and NVIDIA architecture teams.
  • Lead cross-functional efforts to debug complex problems and support customer success and time to market.

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Qualifications

System-level design and integration of server products; x86 server architecture, PCIe, DDR, InfiniBand, and high-speed interconnects; BMC architecture, I2C (SMBus), power management, and system telemetry controls; Linux OS and command line experience; PCIe Gen5 and Gen6 technical interface challenges; strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, teamwork, time-management, and organizational skills; English verbal, written, and technical presentation skills.

Required

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5+ years of proven experience in system-level design and integration of server products from concept to deployment.
  • Solid understanding of x86 server architecture, PCIe, DDR, Infiniband and high-speed interconnects.
  • Basic understanding of BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) architecture, I2C (SMBus), power management and system telemetry controls.
  • Familiarity with Linux OS and command line experience.
  • Knowledge of the latest PCIe Gen5 and Gen6 technical interface challenges.
  • Excellent verbal, written communication, and technical presentation skills in English.

Preferred

  • In-depth understanding of CPU, GPU, Networking and architectural tradeoffs is a plus!
  • Self-motivated and eager to learn.
  • Can work under high pressure and dynamic environments.

Original job description

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NVIDIA is seeking capable customer-facing hardware engineers to work directly with Cloud Scale Providers (CSP’s) deploying next generation AI-centric Data Centers. The HW Systems Engineer is front-and-center in deploying next generation NVIDIA MGX platforms, such as Grace-Blackwell and Vera Rubin NVL72 racks, at our largest customers.

As AI continues to evolve into the era of reasoning, Data Centers focused solely on AI, known as AI Factories, are vital to scale compute and networking infrastructure needed for agentic AI processing. The CSP HW Systems Engineer is the central point of contact for the team of Applications Engineers deploying these AI Factories. The ideal candidate is proactive, customer friendly, and able to lead large cross-functional teams to debug highly complex problems. The CSP Systems Engineering team is deploying the latest generation racks, so close collaboration with architecture and NPI engineering teams is required.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Collaborate with major cloud service providers (CSP), their OEM/ODM’s, and internal teams to help deploy the latest NVIDIA Vera-Rubin AI rack’s

  • Work with other domain expert teams at NVIDIA to ensure customer solutions are optimized for the highest performance servers in the world

  • Solve deep server system technical issues at the hardware, software and application level, ensuring customer success and time to market

  • Act as the central point of contact between CSP customers and NVIDIA architecture teams to develop future GPU-accelerated data center architectures and roadmaps

  • Excellent verbal, written communication, and technical presentation skills in English.

  • Up to 30% travel expected

What we need to see:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

  • 5+ years of proven experience in system-level design and integration of server products from concept to deployment.

  • Solid understanding of x86 server architecture, PCIe, DDR, Infiniband and high-speed interconnects

  • Basic understanding of BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) architecture, I2C (SMBus), power management and system telemetry controls

  • Familiarity with Linux OS and command line experience

  • Knowledge of the latest PCIe Gen5 and Gen6 technical interface challenges

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills as well as excellent communication and teamwork skills

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, time-management, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives in dynamic environments.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Self-motivated and eager to learn.

  • Can work under high pressure and dynamic environments.

  • In-depth understanding of CPU, GPU, Networking and architectural tradeoffs is a plus!

  • A desire to understand technology deeply.

  • Can communicate and explain clearly information relevant to your audience.

NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. We have some of the most brilliant and talented people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our world-class engineering teams are growing fast. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with real passion for technology, 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 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until March 27, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

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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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.