Software Security Compiler Engineer

NVIDIA Gruppe; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA Gruppe seeks an experienced Software Security Compiler Engineer in Bengaluru to advance GCC/LLVM and NVIDIA compiler security. You will detect and mitigate vulnerabilities, collaborate with global teams, and influence compiler technology across architectures.

The role requires 8+ years in security-focused compiler work, strong Python/TypeScript/React.js skills, and hands-on Docker/Kubernetes experience. Join a premier AI computing leader.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software security and compiler-related work.
• Proficiency in code hardening techniques and distributed systems design.
• Experience with Python, TypeScript and React.js for backend and frontend development.
• Strong communication and documentation skills; ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and in-memory caches like Redis.
• Hands-on knowledge of containerization with Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Understand, modify, and improve GCC, LLVM, and NVIDIA compilers for security and hardening.
• Address vulnerabilities by crafting countermeasures and implementing industry-standard solutions.
• Review, coordinate, and implement security measures across compiler code paths.
• Analyze source and assembly code for vulnerabilities and mitigations.
• Collaborate with global compiler, hardware, and application teams on improvements.
• Contribute to deep-learning compiler technology spanning architecture design and support.

Skills

Software security

Code hardening

Distributed systems

Collaboration

Documentation

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

TypeScript

React.js

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Redis

Job description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world. Embark on an outstanding journey with NVIDIA, where your ambition will drive the future of AI computing and security! Seeking a Software Security Compiler Engineer! NVIDIA's GPU invention in 1999 revolutionized computer graphics and parallel computing.

What you’ll be doing:

• Understand, modify, and improve GCC, LLVM, and NVIDIA proprietary compilers with respect to code hardening and security.
• Address vulnerabilities by crafting countermeasures and implementing industry-standard solutions.
• Review, coordinate, and implement security measures.
• Analyze source and assembly code for vulnerabilities.
• Be part of a team at the forefront of deep-learning compiler technology spanning architecture design and support through functional languages.
• Collaborate with global compiler, hardware, and application teams to coordinate improvements and resolve issues.

What we need to see:

• 8+ Years of experience with bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in software security and code hardening techniques.
• Expertise in designing and scaling distributed systems.
• Proficiency in programming with Python, TypeScript, and React.js for backend and frontend development.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL and MongoDB, as well as in-memory caching systems like Redis.
• Hands‑on knowledge of containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Solid compiler knowledge and experience.
• Experience in a collaborative engineering development environment.
• Strong communication and documentation skills, self‑motivated.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Background in fine-tuning LLMs for security testing, enabling automated vulnerability detection, adversarial evaluation through specialized model adaptation and domain‑specific datasets.
• Experience in implementing offensive testing techniques to evaluate and bypass compiler mitigations using both traditional and LLM-driven security methodologies.
• Proficiency in automating security testing workflows with Python, TypeScript, and React.js for backend and frontend development.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL and MongoDB, as well as in-memory caching systems like Redis.

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. Our diverse team of dedicated, capable, and professional people is our greatest asset! If you’re a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you!