Senior Software and System Architect

NVIDIA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 288,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking an experienced Senior Software and System Architect to join the Networking Software Architecture group in Santa Clara. You will lead architecture for cloud-networking and security solutions, designing end-to-end system architectures from software to hardware that power DPUs and NICs.

You will collaborate with global teams and high-profile customers, shaping next-gen datacenter technologies.

Qualifications

• B.Sc/M.Sc/Phd degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience as a Software Architect or Systems Architect; Within that, strong experience as a Software Developer.
• Deep knowledge of and experience with C and Python.
• Hands-on Linux development experience
• Cloud-networking experience
• Wide knowledge and understanding of networking protocols and common network topologies
• Strong design, coding, analytical, debugging and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work concurrently with multiple groups locally and abroad in the organization
• Excellent communication, documentation and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Leading architecture for cloud-networking and security solutions
• Designing state-of-the-art system architecture for DPUs & NICs technologies
• Building end-to-end solutions from application level to hardware level
• Providing fast and creative solutions to complex problems
• Writing effective, clear and reliable architecture specifications
• Evaluating new technologies, innovating and rapidly developing proof of concept prototypes
• Working closely with different Nvidia teams around the world
• Working with high profile customers on advanced technologies and solutions

Skills

C language

Python

Linux

Cloud networking

Networking protocols

Architectural design

Documentation

Communication

Education

B.Sc/M.Sc/PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

DPDK

OVS/OVN

Docker

Kubernetes components

Job description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. NVIDIA is looking for an experienced Senior Software and System Architect to join our Networking Software Architecture group. Nvidia's Architecture group consists of world-class architects responsible for crafting the next generation state-of-the-art architecture for our DPUs & NICs technologies.

The position includes researching new technologies with a focus on defining the architecture of groundbreaking technologies in various domains: networking, security, virtualization and orchestration. You work will play a vital role in advancing our datacenter networking and security solutions. You will be working with global teams iand have a unique opportunity to have real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company shaping the future of data-centers technologies. Does this sound like a role you are looking for? Then we'd love to hear from you!

What You Will Be Doing

• Leading architecture for cloud-networking and security solutions
• Designing state-of-the-art system architecture for DPUs & NICs technologies
• Building end-to-end solutions from application level to hardware level
• Providing fast and creative solutions to complex problems
• Writing effective, clear and reliable architecture specifications
• Evaluating new technologies, innovating and rapidly developing proof of concept prototypes that can then be developed into full-fledged products/solutions
• Working closely with different Nvidia teams around the world including software and hardware architects, R&D, product teams, solution architects, application and field engineers
• Working with high profile customers on advanced and groundbreaking technologies and solutions

What We Need To See

• B.Sc/M.Sc/Phd degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience as a Software Architect or Systems Architect; Within that, strong experience as a Software Developer.
• Deep knowledge of and experience with C and Python
• Hands-on Linux development experience
• Cloud-networking experience
• Wide knowledge and understanding of networking protocols and common network topologies
• Strong design, coding, analytical, debugging and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work concurrently with multiple groups locally and abroad in the organization
• Excellent communication, documentation and presentation skills

Ways To Stand Out Of a Crowd

• Development experience with networking/security devices – NICs/DPUs/Switches/Routers /Firewalls
• Good understanding of OSs and drivers
• Background with data center technologies, network topologies and cloud
• Experience with DPDK, OVS, OVN
• Experience with Docker, Containers, Kubernetes components & subsystems

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and. due to unprecedented growth, our exclusive engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you!

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 August 31, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, 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.