Senior System Software Engineer, Cloud Services - GeForce Now

Thomas To; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 224,000 - 357,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Systems Software Engineer to advance GeForce NOW, its cloud gaming platform. You will build scalable cloud services, improve the software stack, and work across teams to deliver new features with high availability and low latency.

The role emphasizes Go/Java, cloud design, and CI/CD, with opportunities for equity and comprehensive benefits. Located in Santa Clara, CA, with on-site work expectations.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent program from an accredited university.
• 12+ years of hands-on software engineering or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience programming with Go and/or Java.
• Understand cloud design incl. virtualization, distributed systems, load balancing, security.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (TF, CDK).
• Background with CI/CD processes.
• Experience with AWS services (ECS, EKS, SNS, SQS, DynamoDB, etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and implement scalable cloud-based systems for SaaS/PaaS.
• Help drive the underlying technology stack.
• Collaborate with other teams on new products or feature improvements.
• Drive performance tuning and automation.
• Support, maintain, and document software functionality.

Skills

Go

Java

Cloud design

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Terraform

CDK

AWS (ECS, EKS, SNS, SQS, DynamoDB)

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 brain 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.

We are looking for a passionate member to join our Engineering Team in GeForce NOW as a Senior Systems Software Engineer. In this role, you will play a significant part in crafting and guiding the future of Cloud Gaming. GeForce NOW is NVIDIA’s cloud-based game streaming service, delivering real-time gameplay straight from the cloud to your laptop, desktop, Mac, SHIELD TV, iPhone, iPad, and Android devices. Connect to your store accounts and stream your own library of games, or play your favorite free-to-play games.

What You'll Be Doing

You will be crafting RESTful cloud services and frameworks to create GeForce NOW. These services require low latency and high availability to support millions of gamers.

• Design, build, and implement scalable cloud-based systems for SaaS/PaaS.
• Help drive the underlying technology stack.
• Work closely with other teams on new products or features/improvements of existing products.
• Drive performance tuning and automation.
• Support, maintain, and document software functionality.

What We Need To See

• BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent program from an accredited University/College (or equivalent experience)
• 12+ years of hands-on software engineering or equivalent experience;
• Extensive experience programming with Go and/or Java.
• Demonstrate understanding of cloud design in the areas of virtualization and global infrastructure, distributed systems, load balancing, and security.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (TF, CDK)
• Background with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery.
• Experience with AWS (ECS, EKS, SNS, SQS, DynamoDB, etc.)
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required.

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd

• A track record of solving complex problems with elegant solutions.
• Demonstrate delivery of complex projects in previous roles.
• Background with internet-scale services.
• Experience with load testing frameworks.
• Background with secrets management.

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology industry's most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and versatile people in the world working with us, and our engineering teams are growing fast in some of the most impactful fields of our generation: Cloud Gaming, Game Streaming Engineering, and Streaming Media. If you're a creative engineer who enjoys autonomy and shares our 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 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 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.