Senior System Software Engineer
Nvidia · Santa Clara, CA
About this role
Nvidia is hiring a senior-level Systems Engineer in the operations function based in Santa Clara, CA. The posting calls out experience with Python, C, Embedded Systems.
- Role
- Systems Engineer
- Function
- operations
- Level
- senior
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Santa Clara, CA
- Posted
- May 28, 2026
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Job description
from Nvidia careersWe are looking for a hard-working and experienced system software engineer to join our team and work on innovative datacenter interconnects. You will be responsible for designing and implementing kernel and microcode to support the next-generation of NVLink interconnects. This role will require extensive collaboration with GPU architects, system architects, ASIC designers and other FW/SW teams to produce world class products.
What you'll be doing:
Design and implement next-generation NVLink features in C/C++.
Support the bring up of new NVLink platforms from Pre-Silicon to Production
Perform verification, validation, and testing of NVLink-connected products using various methods and tools.
Debug and resolve any issues related to NVLink and provide technical support to customers and partners.
What we need to see:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of relevant software development experience
Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting with python.
Proven experience in system software, microcode, networking, or related areas.
Knowledge of computer architecture, operating systems, drivers, firmware, and security features.
Experienced in SW development lifecycles including generating design consensus, code peer reviews, testing, and production branching
Understanding of HW development lifecycles including pre-silicon and bring-up
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
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