Senior Software and System Architect, Senior Software and System Architect

NVIDIA; Madrid; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Madrid is seeking a Senior Software and System Architect to lead architecture for cloud networking. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in software and system architecture and strong skills in C and Python, along with cloud and data center networking familiarity. This full-time role offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of technology with a focus on collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• 4+ years as SW Architect/System Architect.
• 4+ years as SW developer.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple groups locally and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture for cloud‑networking solutions.
• Design system architecture for DPUs & NICs.
• Collaborate closely with teams worldwide.

Skills

C

Python

Linux development

Docker

Networking protocols

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

OpenStack/OpenShift

Job description

Senior Software and System Architect

NVIDIA, Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

We are looking for an outstanding, passionate, and talented Senior SW & System Architect to join our SW Architecture group. The role involves research and definition of breakthrough technologies across networking, security, virtualization, and orchestration. You will help shape the future of cloud solution stacks, from hardware to application level, including orchestration, provisioning, network programmability, and SDN.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture for cloud‑networking, including orchestration, provisioning, and security solutions
• Design state‑of‑the‑art system architecture for DPUs & NICs technologies
• Build end‑to‑end solutions from application level to hardware
• Write clear, reliable architecture specifications
• Evaluate new technologies and rapidly develop POC prototypes that can become full‑fledged products/solutions
• Collaborate closely with NVIDIA teams worldwide, including SW & HW architects, R&D, product, solution architects, application and field engineers, and more
• Work with high‑profile customers on advanced and future technologies and solutions

Qualifications

• B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• 4+ years as SW Architect/System Architect
• 4+ years as SW developer
• Deep knowledge of C and Python
• Hands‑on Linux development, Docker, and container‑based technologies
• Experience with cloud and data center networking
• Strong understanding of networking protocols and common topologies
• Strong design, coding, analytical, debugging, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with multiple groups locally and abroad
• Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd

• Development experience with networking/security devices – NICs/DPUs/Switches/Routers/Firewalls, etc.
• Experience with DPDK, OVS, OVN
• Background with Kubernetes components & subsystems, CRDs, Operators, system plugins, and CNI plugin development (e.g., Calico, Flannel)
• Experience with OpenStack/OpenShift and/or Cloud APIs
• Familiarity with automation tools such as Ansible

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Software Development, and Computers & Electronics Manufacturing

EEO Statement

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate 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.