Senior System Software Engineer - Embedded Controller

NVIDIA Corporation; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 288,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking an experienced software engineer in Santa Clara to advance firmware and RTOS changes, and to refine the driver interface that connects hardware and software components. You will work with cross‑site partners to deliver robust embedded solutions and reliable software releases.

The role requires 5+ years in system/embedded software, strong C programming, and hands‑on experience with RTOS, interrupts, and low‑level interfaces. A BS degree in CS/CE or equivalent is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field (or equivalent).
• 5+ years of meaningful experience in system or embedded software.
• Experience writing software in C and scripting for build/test/run.
• Background with real-time OS, device drivers, and low-level interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Improve the product and the process used to build, test, and run it.
• Design and implement firmware and RTOS changes and the driver interface.
• Use development tools that generate and check code as part of validation.
• Collaborate with hardware and software partners across locations to deliver results.

Skills

C programming

Embedded software

RTOS

Device drivers

System software

Code generation tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE

Tools

Git

CI/CD tooling

Make/GCC

Job description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 30 years. It’s an outstanding legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and outstanding 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 a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Join our team and discover how you can develop a lasting impact on the world.

What you'll be doing:

• Improve the product and the process used to build, test, and run it.
• Design and implement firmware and real-time operating system changes, and the driver interface that connects them with the rest of the system.
• Use current development tools, including tools that generate and check code, and make those tools part of how the team develops and validates software.
• Work with hardware and software partners in other locations to resolve issues and deliver the result.

What we need to see:

• Proven experience in system software, embedded software, or a related field Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of meaningful experience.
• Experience writing software in C, and scripting to build, test, or run that software.
• Background with embedded software, a real-time operating system, and device drivers, and with low-level interfaces such as interrupts, GPIO, DMA, PCIe, or I2C.
• Experience delivering software you were accountable for, from design through release and support.

Ways to stand out in a crowd:

• Experience using AI development tools to write, review, and test software more efficiently.
• Background with embedded software for power, thermal, or performance and experience designing real-time control software.
• Experience with operating system internals, kernel modules, or computer architecture.
• Experience with firmware security or safety.
• Background with Rust.

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 September 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.

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