Senior DPU/SmartNIC Software Architect

NVIDIA Corporation

Santa Clara (CA)

On-site

USD 184,000 - 357,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a Software & Systems Architect to join the NIC Software/Firmware Architecture group in Santa Clara. You will help design the next-generation data-center DPU, coordinating with hardware and software teams, R&D, and external customers.

Role requires 8+ years of experience, independent work style, and strong communication skills to guide projects and present ideas effectively.

Qualifications

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
8+ years of shown experience in the field.
Proven track record to quickly adapt to new technologies and delve deep into new areas.
Outstanding ability to work independently, interact with customers, and guide R&D teams.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to drive innovative solutions for complex requirements and issues.

Responsibilities

Define next-generation DPU/SmartNIC architecture and features for computing clusters and data-centers.
Define the SW stack from application level to HW interface, ensuring flawless integration.
Collaborate closely with HW architects to define new HW features and SW-HW interfaces for diverse use cases.
Conduct research in network protocols, new network technologies, networking drivers, accelerations, and offloading of various network-related tasks.
Explore a wide range of topics, including Generative AI (inference and training), storage, cyber security, HPC, and emulation offloads.