Senior Software Engineer, Linux Platform

NVIDIA; California (MO); On-site; USD 168,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking an experienced Senior Linux/Cloud Infrastructure Engineer in the United States to lead enterprise-scale initiatives, automate provisioning, and integrate cloud services with on-prem environments.

You will collaborate with global engineering teams, drive security hardening, and elevate reliability and operational standards, with equity and a competitive base salary. This posting remains open for an inclusive recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in Linux systems, infrastructure, platform, site reliability, or cloud engineering.
• Deep hands-on experience administering, securing, and optimizing Linux environments.
• Proven cloud architecture and engineering experience in AWS or Azure.
• Strong shell scripting and automation skills, including a configuration management platform such as Chef or Ansible.
• Experience using Terraform to provision infrastructure.
• Experience with AI-native development and coding agents to multiply developer productivity.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead Linux and cloud infrastructure initiatives across architecture and operations.
• Build automation with shell scripts and configuration management.
• Develop automated workflows for provisioning, patching, config, security hardening, and lifecycle management.
• Deploy and operate cloud infra, integrating cloud services with on-prem environments.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver infrastructure capabilities.
• Improve reliability, security, maintainability, and standards of the platform.

Skills

Linux systems administration

Cloud architecture

Shell scripting

Automation

AI-native development

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering/IT

Tools

Terraform

Chef

Ansible

GitLab CI/CD

Kubernetes

Job description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

What You Will Be Doing

• Leading Linux and cloud infrastructure initiatives, including architecture, provisioning, configuration, deployment, and ongoing operations.
• Building automation using shell scripting, configuration management, and infrastructure-as-code tools.
• Developing and maintaining automated workflows for Linux provisioning, patching, configuration, security hardening, and lifecycle management.
• Deploying and operating cloud infrastructure and integrating cloud services with on-premises environments.
• Collaborating with engineering teams across NVIDIA to deliver infrastructure capabilities that support meaningful business outcomes.
• Continuously improving the reliability, security, maintainability, and operational standards of our platform.

What We Need To See

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field—or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in Linux systems, infrastructure, platform, site reliability, or cloud engineering.
• Deep hands‑on experience administering, securing, and optimizing Linux environments.
• Proven cloud architecture and engineering experience in AWS or Azure.
• Strong shell scripting and automation skills, including a configuration management platform such as Chef or Ansible.
• Experience using Terraform to provision infrastructure.
• Experience with AI‑native development and coding agents to multiply developer productivity.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team‑oriented approach.

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd

• Expertise in Go or Python
• Experience using GitLab CI/CD or GitHub Actions to automate deployments.
• Experience designing and operating hybrid‑cloud or multi‑cloud Linux environments.
• Experience with container runtimes, Kubernetes, immutable infrastructure, or automated operating‑system image pipelines.
• Excited to contribute to a high‑trust, collaborative culture while bringing a unique perspective to the team!

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. If you're creative and enjoy learning while having fun, then what are you waiting for?

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

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 5, 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.