Senior Architect, Data Center Modeling

NVIDIA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 184,000 - 356,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

A leading technology company in Austin, Texas seeks an experienced Computer Architect to design and develop models for GPU-accelerated datacenters. This role requires 8+ years of experience in systems architecture, with exceptional programming skills in Python and a background in distributed systems. The position offers a competitive salary range between $184,000 and $356,500, equity, and benefits. Join a diverse environment committed to innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in systems architecture and modeling, especially performance, power, or cost modeling.
• Exceptional programming skills in Python.
• Proven track record of contributions to scaled Python‑based software projects.

Responsibilities

• Guide software design, architecture, and implementation for datacenter-scale platforms.
• Contribute to a business-critical codebase impacting high-performance computing.
• Implement best practices for software and dev-ops.

Skills

Python programming

Mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience in systems architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Pandas

Job description

Join NVIDIA as a computer architect to design and develop models for the next generation of GPU‑accelerated datacenters.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Guiding the fundamental software design, architecture, and implementation of cost and power modeling of datacenter‑scale accelerated computing platforms
• Evangelizing modern software architecture design patterns and tools, including AI‑driven solutions, to accelerate development, enhance performance, and improve code quality across the team.
• Implementing industry‑leading software and dev‑ops best practices tailored for rapidly growing teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Making hands‑on and significant contributions to a business‑critical codebase, directly impacting the future of high‑performance computing and AI technologies.

What We Need To See

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related fields or equivalent experience (MS preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in systems architecture and modeling, especially performance, power, or cost modeling of distributed systems.
• Exceptional programming skills in Python, accompanied by strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with success contributing to projects within multi‑discipline teams.
• Proven track record of contributions to scaled Python‑based software projects

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd

• Experience with accelerated server architecture design and deployment, especially up to hyperscale.
• Background in parallel computing, server architecture, or datacenter design.
• An excitement and curiosity about the future of accelerated computing and AI.
• Expertise in data analysis and visualization, especially pandas and associated technologies.
• A love of technology and passion for your work!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is $184,000 USD – $287,500 USD for Level 4, and $224,000 USD – $356,500 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) 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.