Senior Linux Kernel Networking Engineer

NVIDIA AI; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 356,500; Full time

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Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Linux Kernel Software Engineer to join the Linux networking drivers R&D team in Santa Clara. You will craft and implement Linux kernel networking drivers for ConnectX/BlueField adapters, contribute to the upstream kernel, and collaborate globally on cutting-edge networking solutions.

The role demands 8+ years of experience, strong C and kernel-level programming skills, and a deep understanding of TCP/IP and device-driver architectures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of proven experience in the field.
• C programming experience — native.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Experience with Linux kernel-level programming.
• Deep understanding of networking drivers and software/hardware interaction, including device drivers, Linux kernel internals, userspace and kernel interactions.
• Strong networking knowledge — TCP/IP, L2/L3 protocols, and network device driver architecture.
• Strong ability to self-manage and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Craft and implement Linux kernel networking drivers for NVIDIA ConnectX and BlueField network adapters, as well as userspace libraries.
• Develop high-quality code for the Linux kernel and open-source environments, contributing to the upstream kernel community.
• Collaborate and debug with teams across the globe to provide the best networking solutions for our customers.
• Drive complex technical issues to closure that may occur across team boundaries.
• Driving a complete engineering process, including refining requirements, engineering design of data structures/algorithms, implementation, peer review, developer testing, and post-GA support.
• Work in a fast-paced environment of continuous development and deployment cycles.

Skills

C programming

Linux kernel development

Networking drivers

TCP/IP networking

Debugging

Self-management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

RDMA

RoCE

Job description

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Linux Kernel Software Engineer to join the Linux networking drivers R&D team in Santa Clara. You will craft and implement Linux kernel networking drivers for ConnectX/BlueField adapters, contribute to the upstream kernel, and collaborate globally on cutting-edge networking solutions.

The role demands 8+ years of experience, strong C and kernel-level programming skills, and a deep understanding of TCP/IP and device-driver architectures.