Senior Software Developer, Test and Automation

Salesonaut; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 270,000; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a senior software developer to expand testing and automation for embedded software. You will shape verification strategy and build scalable test systems that drive quality across our platforms.

You'll design new test strategies, create agentic AI-driven automation, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and diagnose root causes to deliver robust fixes. A strong background in Python or C++, Linux, and modern version control is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing, building, and deploying automation systems.
• Proven track record of large-scale, logical code in Python or C++ for automation.
• Experience with agentic AI assistants and building autonomous pipelines.
• Embedded systems and automotive sensors experience (cameras, etc.).
• Proficiency in Linux environments and Unix-like systems.
• Experience with Git and Perforce for version control and collaboration.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills for cross-team work.

Responsibilities

• Developing new and extending test strategies to guarantee quality from functional and performance perspectives.
• Designing agentic systems that autonomously verify multiple domains of embedded software.
• Collaborating with development, verification, and customer-facing teams to understand products and applications.
• Analyzing and root-causing issues at the code level and implementing fixes.

Skills

Python / C++

Automation design

Agentic AI tools

Linux

Git / Perforce

Embedded systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in EE/CS

Tools

Git

Perforce

Job description

Move the needle in testing NVIDIA's embedded software! As a highly skilled and motivated senior software developer you will push the boundaries for testing and automation. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to leave your mark on our verification strategy and influence our future test automation system.

What you'll be doing:

You will have a unique opportunity of pushing the boundaries and ensuring the perfect performance of Nvidia's embedded software systems where your contributions will directly impact the verification strategy and quality. Priorities do often change in a fast-paced environment like ours.

• Developing new and extending existing test strategies to guarantee the highest level of quality from both functional and performance perspectives. Your innovative approach will ensure that our software meets all standards expected from world-class products.
• Designing and developing agentic systems that autonomously handle the verification of the various domains of embedded software. Your expertise in developing AI enhanced, efficient and reliable automation tools will play a crucial role in streamlining our testing processes.
• Collaborating with multiple development, verification, and customer-facing teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of our products and their real-world applications. Your ability to collaborate effectively is essential for driving continuous improvement.
• Analyzing and root-causing issues down to the code level, leading the defect fixing process, and providing effective fixes. Your strong problem-solving skills will allow you to address challenges with efficiency and precision.

What we need to see:

To excel in this role, we are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing, building, and deploying automation systems.
• A consistent track record of developing large-scale, logical code from scratch in Python or C++, which will be instrumental in driving our automation efforts.
• Extensive, hands-on experience using agentic AI assistants to automate complete work processes and run them autonomously, including building agentic pipelines that complete parts of our development and verification processes autonomously and remain stable long-term.
• Demonstrated experience with embedded systems and automotive sensors such as cameras, helping you adapt quickly to the unique requirements of our embedded platforms.
• Proficiency in Linux environments, with versatility across Linux and Unix-like systems to ensure compatibility and seamless integration.
• Experience with source control systems such as Git and Perforce to facilitate efficient teamwork and version control.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills: you collaborate effectively with diverse teams to achieve shared goals, and your attention to detail and ability to analyze complex issues help you identify and resolve potential challenges proactively.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Experience in identifying inference endpoints and optimizing them for best accuracy and efficiency

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 140,000 USD - 224,250 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 270,250 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits .

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 26, 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.