Senior System Software Engineer - Simulation Software

NVIDIA AI; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior System Software Engineer to join the Simulation Software team in Seattle. The role focuses on accelerating pre-silicon development by enabling Chips Simulation as a trusted virtual platform for self-driving and AI initiatives.

You will drive early software bring-up on simulation platforms, verify readiness, and build automation to boost productivity and reliability. Strong C/C++/Python skills and SystemC/VDK experience are essential for success at NVIDIA.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant software development experience.
• Strong C/C++ and Python programming skills.
• Hands-on experience with SystemC, VDK, or similar simulation platforms.
• Experience with system software bring-up, platform validation, low-level software development, or infrastructure-facing systems engineering.
• Strong Linux fundamentals, including shell scripting, process/debug tools, and development workflows.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across software stacks, tools, platform behavior, and system interactions.
• Experience building developer tools, automation, test infrastructure, triage workflows, or tooling focused on improving efficiency.
• Ability to work across teams and drive technical execution in ambiguous early-development environments.

Responsibilities

• Drive early software bring-up on simulation platforms for new chip and platform programs.
• Verify platform readiness and validate software functionality in pre-silicon development environments.
• Develop scripts, tools, and automation that improve productivity, reliability, and scale for simulation-based software development.
• Enable module teams to use simulation platforms effectively for development, debugging, and validation.
• Debug complex issues spanning software, platform configuration, infrastructure, and simulation environment interactions.
• Improve developer experience for teams using simulation infrastructure through better workflows, diagnostics, and tooling.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python programming

SystemC/VDK

System software bring-up

Linux fundamentals

Debugging skills

Developer tools

Cross-team collaboration

Education

BS/MS in CS/CE/EE

Job description

Job Requisition ID

JR2022959

Job Category

Engineering

Time Type

Full time

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 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.

Join the Simulation Software team at NVIDIA as a Senior System Software Engineer! This role offers an outstanding opportunity to work on breakthrough technology that drives everything from self-driving cars to advanced AI solutions. Our Mission is to accelerate early System Software development by enabling Chips Simulation as a trusted and reliable virtual platform.

What You Will Be Doing

• Drive early software bring-up on simulation platforms for new chip and platform programs
• Verify platform readiness and validate software functionality in pre-silicon development environments
• Develop scripts, tools, and automation that improve productivity, reliability, and scale for simulation-based software development
• Enable module teams to use simulation platforms effectively for development, debugging, and validation
• Debug complex issues spanning software, platform configuration, infrastructure, and simulation environment interactions
• Improve developer experience for teams using simulation infrastructure through better workflows, diagnostics, and tooling

What We Need To See

• BS, MS, or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of relevant software development experience.
• Strong C/C++ and Python programming skills
• Hands-on experience with SystemC, VDK, or similar simulation platforms
• Experience with system software bring-up, platform validation, low-level software development, or infrastructure-facing systems engineering
• Strong Linux fundamentals, including shell scripting, process/debug tools, and development workflows
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across software stacks, tools, platform behavior, and system interactions
• Experience building developer tools, automation, test infrastructure, triage workflows, or tooling focused on improving efficiency
• Ability to work across teams and drive technical execution in ambiguous early-development environments

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd

• Experience with pre-silicon development, primarily Simulation. Emulation, FPGA, virtual platforms would be a plus.
• Background with boot flows, drivers, firmware interactions, kernel or platform software, or hardware-software interfaces
• Familiarity with log analysis, failure triage, regression infrastructure, and validation workflows at scale
• Experience enabling other engineering teams through shared tooling, workflows, and technical guidance
• Experience in silicon bring-up, early platform enablement, or transition from pre-silicon to silicon validation

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.

• You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

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.