Senior Software Engineer, Chips System Software

NVIDIA is seeking a motivated engineer with expertise in System Software to join its Chips System Software organization. The role focuses on designing and developing kernel drivers and embedded software, particularly for Linux kernel development and platform enablement. This position is based in Santa Clara, California, and requires on-site work.

Requirements

• BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of relevant software development experience.
• Strong expertise in C programming, Linux kernel development, and core operating system software.
• Experience developing and debugging Linux device drivers.
• Strong background in complex system-level debugging and root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with computer architecture fundamentals including caches, buses, memory controllers, DMA, interrupts, and low-level hardware interactions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and verify features for next-generation Chips architecture.
• Influence hardware architecture and system software design through architecture reviews and cross-functional collaboration.
• Work closely with hardware, silicon, and pre-silicon teams to bring up new platforms and products.
• Enable Linux and core operating system software across various platforms.
• Debug and resolve complex hardware and software integration issues across multiple layers of the software stack.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA support.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) with auto-enrollment.
• Generous time off and holidays.
• Donation matching (up to $10,000).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), commuter benefits, legal and identity-theft protection, pet insurance, and wellness discounts.
• Optional programs including student-loan and home-purchase support, family care resources, and expert medical services.

Pay

$184,000 - $356,500 per year