DGX Platform Architect & Lead Engineer

2100 NVIDIA USA

Santa Clara (CA)

On-site

USD 320,000 - 488,750

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

NVIDIA DGX systems form the foundation of cutting-edge AI infrastructure. This leadership role drives end-to-end delivery from firmware through the AI stack to customer deployment, owning GA releases and platform readiness for next-generation DGX platforms.

You will harmonize firmware, OS, drivers, and AI applications, while guiding architecture and roadmap decisions. You will lead cross-functional teams across geographies, manage vendor partnerships, and establish rigorous validation and

Qualifications

12+ years in systems firmware/software engineering with 5+ years in leadership.
Deep expertise in server stack and multi-component product integration.
Proven track record delivering multi-generation server platforms from architecture to deployment.
Experience managing engineering orgs across geographies in a matrix environment.
Strong understanding of server hardware components and power delivery.
Experience owning end-to-end product quality from firmware validation to field deployment.

Responsibilities

End-to-End Stack Readiness: Ensure every DGX platform is ready for the full NVIDIA software stack—firmware, DGX OS, GPU drivers, CUDA toolkit, DCGM, DOCA/OFED, and management tools—as a validated, production-quality product. Own the GA SW/FW release process delivering firmware bundles, BaseOS ISOs, and release notes to OEM/OSV partners. Ensure platforms support AI agents like NemoClaw, Hermes agents, NIM microservices, and workloads customers expect out of the box.
Platform Firmware Development: Lead development of the manageability firmware stack (BMC, BIOS) for all DGX platforms. Ensure firmware from partner teams (GPU, CPU, networking) integrates correctly at system level. Manage 3rd-party vendors and drive platform requirements (NVPOR) across all firmware areas.
Validation Strategy: Define validation strategy proving each DGX platform is production-ready: end-to-end system validation including firmware regression, NVQual certification, DL workload performance, OS/CUDA stack testing, multi-user scenarios, power/thermal validation, and field upgrade reliability. Establish quality gates and zero ship-stopper discipline.
Platform Bring-Up & Architecture: Drive platform bring-up for each new DGX system—coordinating first boot across new silicon (CPU, GPU), board design, and firmware teams. Own architectural strategy for next-generation platforms including firmware update mechanisms, system security posture, and AI application readiness.
Customer Deployment & Enablement: Ensure firmware release flows meet CSP and enterprise deployment requirements. Represent DGX platform readiness in executive reviews and strategic planning with VP/SVP leadership. Engage with industry standards bodies (DMTF Redfish, OCP).
Product Delivery Lifecycle: Own the complete DGX delivery lifecycle—system architecture, firmware development, integration, full-stack validation, GA release, and customer deployment for every DGX product.
Cross-Org Alignment: Serve as single point of accountability for DGX platform readiness across NVIDIA—aligning GPU, CPU, networking, security, OS, and AI software teams to deliver on schedule.
Quality & Vendor Management: Own RCCA processes for field issues. Manage external vendor partnerships (AMI for SBIOS, BMC contributors) with clear quality gates and program tracking.
Team Leadership: Build and lead a world-class engineering organization. Mentor and develop leaders. Foster a culture of technical excellence, intellectual honesty, and customer obsession.