Senior System Software Test Engineer, Networking

NVIDIA Gruppe; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 241,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Equity eligibility

Job summary

NVIDIA Gruppe in Santa Clara is seeking a Software Test Engineer to lead verification of features for NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux. This role involves functional testing, developing automated test suites, and collaborating with internal teams for quality assurance.

Candidates should have a B.S. degree, 5+ years in Software Quality Engineering, and strong skills in L2/L3 protocols. The position offers a competitive salary range of $152,000 - $241,500, plus equity and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in Software Quality Engineering.
• Strong technical abilities, problem-solving, design, coding, and debugging skills.
• Multi-tasking ability and good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead functional testing of Layer2 and Layer3 features.
• Write detailed feature and system test plans.
• Develop automated test suites for NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux.

Skills

Software Quality Engineering

Python or scripting languages

Layer2 and Layer3 protocols

Test tools (Ixia, Spirent)

Unix or Linux-based OS

Education

B.S. degree in Engineering/Computer Science

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Job description

NVIDIA is looking for a top-tier Software Test Engineer to join the NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux Verification Engineering Team! You will play an exciting role that allows you to lead verification of groundbreaking features of NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux and take full ownership of tasks involved like participating in requirements and design reviews, developing test plans, test execution, and automated test development for the specific features. You will be part of a dynamic Software Verification Team responsible for the qualification of the Network Operating System software that powers data centers that are accelerated, disaggregated, and software‑defined to meet the exploding growth in AI and high‑performance computing.

What you’ll be doing:

• Functional Testing of various Layer2 and Layer3 features of NVIDIA-Networking Spectrum series Ethernet Switch systems running NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux.
• Write detailed feature and system test plans, and define and design test beds and topologies.
• Report issues found during testing into the defect tracking system and validate the fixes and workarounds.
• Develop automated test suites for different features of NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux.
• Build and maintain automation required to ensure quality via continuous functional regression.
• Collaborate with design, test and other internal engineering groups to identify, report, and resolve issues found during testing.

What we need to see:

• B.S degree or equivalent experience in Engineering/Computer Science/related field.
• 5+ years of proven experience in Software Quality Engineering.
• Strong technical abilities, problem‑solving, design, coding, and debugging skills.
• Hands‑on experience on any Layer2 and Layer3 protocols like MLAG, VLAN, STP, OSPF, BGP, EVPN, etc.
• Experience with using test tools from Ixia or Spirent and working experience with test management tools.
• Strong skills in Python or other scripting languages are a must.
• Good experience working on Unix or Linux‑based OS.
• Multi‑tasking ability and good interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of software engineering practices.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Exposure on using AI (like Claude or Cursor) extensively for code development would be a big plus.
• Knowledge in performance testing and fixing performance issues.
• Experience with CI methodology & tools (Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, etc.).

Competitive salaries and a generous benefits package.

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 - $241,500 USD for Level 3, and $184,000 - $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 May 1, 2026.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse 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.