Senior Software Test Developer - DriveOS

NVIDIA Gruppe; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 270,250; Full time

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Equity

Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a senior software developer to advance testing and automation for DriveOS. You will design test strategies, automate verification, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure a world‑class automotive software platform.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s or master’s in engineering or CS, 5+ years in software development (Python or C++), experience with embedded systems and Linux, and familiarity with Git or Perforce. Equity and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, CS or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of software development experience with Python or C++ for large‑scale projects.
• Experience using AI coding assistants to improve efficiency and correctness.
• Experience with embedded systems and automotive sensors (cameras, etc.).
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments and source control (Git, Perforce).

Responsibilities

• Develop and extend test strategies to guarantee quality for DriveOS functionality and performance.
• Design and develop software that automates verification of DriveOS components.
• Collaborate across multiple teams to understand product and real‑world applications.
• Analyze issues, lead defect fixing, and provide effective, precise fixes.

Skills

Python

C++

AI coding assistants

Embedded systems

Automotive sensors

Linux

Git

Perforce

Jira

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Git

Perforce

Jama

Doors

Job description

Move the needle in testing NVIDIA's DriveOS automotive operating system! 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:

• Developing new and extending existing test strategies to guarantee the highest level of quality from both functional and performance perspectives ensuring that DriveOS meets the standards expected from a world‑class product.
• Designing and developing software that reliably automates the verification of all DriveOS components playing a crucial role in streamlining our testing processes.
• Collaborating with multiple development, verification, and customer‑facing teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of DriveOS as a product and its real‑world applications facilitating continuous improvement.
• Analyzing and root‑causing issues down to the code level, leading the defect‑fixing process, and providing effective fixes to address challenges with efficiency and precision.

What we need to see:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in software development. Your consistent track record in developing large‑scale, logical code from scratch in Python or C++ will be instrumental in driving our automation efforts.
• Experience in using AI coding assistants to improve coding efficiency and correctness.
• Demonstrated experience working with embedded systems and automotive sensors like cameras.
• Proficiency in Linux and Unix‑like systems will be critical for ensuring compatibility and seamless integration.
• Experience using source control systems such as Git and Perforce facilitating efficient teamwork and version control.
• Strong ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse teams to achieve shared goals.
• Strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail to identify and analyze complex issues and proactively resolve potential challenges.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Experience working with requirements and task management systems like Jama, Doors or Jira.
• Hands‑on experience in building LLM‑enhanced automation pipelines.
• Experience in testing safety‑relevant systems following the ISO26262 recommendations, especially for the hardware‑software‑interface.

Compensation and Benefits:

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.

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 10, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.