Senior Operating System Architect

Nvidia Corporation in; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Operating System Architect to drive the evolution of system software for autonomous machines. The role involves architectural decision-making, collaboration with teams, and optimizing performance across various platforms. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in system software design and a strong background in C programming and kernel development.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant software development experience.
• Proven leadership skills in complex hardware and software environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to enhance Linux for autonomous machines.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate capabilities into open source packages.

Skills

C programming

Leadership

Communication

System-level debugging

Education

BS or MS in Computer Engineering

Tools

Linux

Android

Windows

Job description

Senior Operating System Architect (Finance)

NVIDIA is revolutionizing accelerated computing, and our innovation is powered by a relentless pursuit of excellence in system software and operating systems. With a legacy of breakthroughs in graphics, AI, and high-performance computing, NVIDIA is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Operating System Architect to help craft the next era of accelerated computing for autonomous machines. As a Senior Architect, you will play a key role in evolving our system software stack across platforms—from automotive and robotics to large-scale data centers. Your responsibilities will include making architectural decisions on OS kernel subsystems, scheduling, memory management, power/performance optimization, and I/O frameworks. Collaboration with hardware, software, and research teams to design features that drive NVIDIA's next-generation products will be essential.

At NVIDIA, you'll work alongside world-class engineers, contributing to products that transform industries and enrich lives. If you are driven by system-level thinking and committed to optimizing the hardware-software interface, we want to hear from you!

What you'll be doing:

• Lead efforts to enhance Linux for autonomous machines in safety-critical environments.
• Analyze and optimize product performance based on customer needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and the open source community to integrate capabilities into various open source packages.

What we need to see:

• BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields (or equivalent experience).
• 6+ years of relevant software development experience.
• Expertise in system software design and operating system fundamentals.
• Deep understanding of computer architecture, microprocessor concepts (caches, buses, memory controllers, DMA, etc.).
• Proven leadership skills and strong ownership of projects in complex hardware and software environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to build consensus.
• Exceptional C programming skills, low-level driver experience, and expertise in system-level debugging, performance analysis, and test design.
• Kernel development experience with Linux, Android, Chrome, or Windows systems.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Experience as a maintainer or significant contributor to large open source projects.
• In-depth knowledge of system-level security and community involvement.
• Knowledge of virtualization platforms (Xen, KVM, Hyper-V).
• Experience with embedded systems, such as RTOS and overlay programming models.

The base salary range is $184,000 - $356,500, determined by location, experience, and market rates. Additional benefits and equity are provided. NVIDIA accepts applications continuously.

We are committed to fostering diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.