GPU Development Tools System Software Engineer

NVIDIA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 287,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA in Santa Clara is seeking talented programmers to design and verify the next generation of large-scale graphics and computing chips. You'll develop environments for next-gen GPU testing and collaborate across teams to define chip performance.

Ideal candidates will have a BS or MS in a relevant field, strong C++ skills, and 5+ years of experience. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $152,000 to $287,500 based on level and experience, along with equity and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of working experience with strong proficiency in C++ programming.
• Familiarity with compute architecture, OS design, or driver development.
• Python programming experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop environments to program and test next-generation GPU and SoC features.
• Collaborate across teams to unlock functionality and performance of NVIDIA chips.
• Participate in the full chip development lifecycle from specification to production.

Skills

C++ programming

Python programming

Communication skills

Compute architecture familiarity

OS design knowledge

Driver development familiarity

Education

BS or MS in CS, CE, EE or related field

Job description

The NVIDIA Infrastructure Group is seeking world‑class programmers to design, implement, and debug the next generation of large‑scale, general‑purpose graphics and computing chips. In this role, you will help build the core verification infrastructure that drives the development of our GPU and Tegra chips.

This strongly object‑oriented C++ and Python infrastructure encompasses several extensive applications that allow us to efficiently verify the world's largest chips with a sophisticated distributed computing execution and triage environment. Come and join our diverse, international, fast‑paced team with high production‑quality standards.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Developing environments to program and test next‑generation GPU and SoC features well before they are integrated into products or supported by driver software. Every day brings new and meaningful challenges.
• Collaborating with colleagues across architecture, hardware, and software teams to unlock the functionality and performance of next‑generation NVIDIA chips.
• Participating in the full chip development lifecycle—from architectural specification through release to production.

What We Need to See:

• BS or MS (or equivalent experience) in CS, CE, EE, or a related field.
• 5+ working year experience and strong proficiency in C++ programming.
• Familiarity with compute architecture, OS design, or driver development.
• Python programming experience (a plus).
• Excellent communication skills.

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD – 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD – 287,500 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 14, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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