Senior System Software Engineer, Automotive Performance

NVIDIA Corporation; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 288,000; Full time

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Job summary

NVIDIA Corporation is seeking an Automotive Performance Senior Software Engineer. You will optimize system software for automotive performance platforms with Safe RTOS and collaborate across hardware, drive OS, power, and test teams to achieve fast boot times and low runtime overhead.

The role requires strong C/C++, Linux/QNX, and benchmarking expertise, with AI/ML experience highly desirable. It offers a chance to contribute to cutting-edge NVIDIA Tegra automotive platforms and profiling tools.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of proven experience in systems or software performance.
• Solid C/C++ programming abilities with automotive sector experience.
• Proficiency in Linux and QNX; Android knowledge is a plus.
• Strong understanding of benchmarking, boot-time optimization, compiler optimizations, and runtime performance improvements.
• Familiarity with hypervisors, virtualization, and overhead analysis.
• Experience using profiling utilities to improve system software efficiency.
• AI/ML experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Optimize system software for NVIDIA automotive performance platforms with Safe RTOS.
• Collaborate with Hardware Architecture, DriveOS, Power, and Test teams on boot and runtime benchmarks.
• Ensure targets are met by supervising micro benchmarks and IP benchmarks.
• Contribute to developing features in automotive profiling tools with AI assistance.
• Benchmark the hypervisor and minimize overhead on ARM systems.
• Collaborate with ADAS/AV team to optimize the next-gen stack on Tegra platforms.

Skills

C/C++

AI/ML

Benchmarking

Performance optimization

Linux

Education

Master’s degree in computer science/engineering

Tools

QNX

Profiling tools

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. 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 an inclusive, 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.

Join NVIDIA, an established leader in computer graphics, personal computer gaming, and high-performance computing for over 25 years. We are embarking on a new era fueled by AI. We are in search of a remarkable Automotive Performance Senior Software Engineer to join our energetic team. You will participate in groundbreaking projects that drive technology and innovation forward. Our team values cooperation, and your work will impact leading performance solutions in the automotive industry.

What you'll be doing:

• Play a key role in optimizing system software for NVIDIA automotive performance platforms with Safe RTOS.
• Collaborate closely with Hardware Architecture, DriveOS, Power, and Test teams to track key boot & runtime performance benchmarks.
• Ensure the software and hardware meet projected targets by closely supervising micro benchmarks and industry-standard benchmarks across IPs.
• Contribute to developing innovative features in automotive profiling tools with AI assistance.
• Benchmark the hypervisor and ensure the lowest overhead on ARM systems.
• Collaborate with the ADAS/AV team in optimizing the next-gen stack from NVIDIA on Tegra platforms.

What we need to see:

• Master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of proven experience in systems or software performance.
• Solid C/C++ programming abilities accompanied by previous experience in the automotive sector.
• Proficiency in Linux and QNX; Knowledge of Android is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Solid understanding of Benchmarking, boot time optimization, compiler optimizations and runtime performance improvements.
• Knowledge of hypervisors, virtualization, and overhead analysis.
• Experience working with profiling utilities to improve system software efficiency.
• AI/ML experience is highly desirable.

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family

www.nvidiabenefits.com/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 October 27, 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.