Senior Systems Software Engineer - CI/CD Infrastructure for Open-Source Accelerated Computing S[...]

NVIDIA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 287,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a senior systems software engineer to advance the CI/CD infrastructure powering numerous open‑source projects. You will design, build, test, deploy, and maintain a centralized CI/CD platform and work with peers to produce high‑quality design, code, and documentation.

Requirements include 5+ years of software engineering experience in Python, Bash, or Go; GitHub Actions and GitLab Runners; Ansible, Terraform; Kubernetes and virtualization; strong problem‑solving and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience.
• Proficient in Python, Bash or Go.
• Experience with CI/CD tooling (GitHub Actions, GitLab Runners).
• Experience with open source workflows and guidelines.
• Hands-on with Kubernetes and virtualization.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, extend, test, deploy, and maintain centralized CI/CD infrastructure for open‑source projects.
• Collaborate with peers to produce high‑quality design, code, and documentation.
• Follow CI/CD guidelines for reliability, performance, security, and interoperability.
• Support NVIDIA teams in using the infrastructure.
• Debug production issues across services and stack levels.

Skills

Python

Bash

Go

CI/CD

Networking basics

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

GitHub Actions

GitLab Runners

Ansible

Terraform

Kubernetes

Containers & VMs

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 a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Join our team and discover how you can build a lasting impact on the world.

We are looking for a senior systems software engineer to advance the Continuous Integration and Delivery (CI/CD) infrastructure that powers many accelerated open‑source software.

We are passionate about the opportunity to shape the future of secure and scalable CI/CD infrastructure for many open‑source AI and accelerated computing software on the NVIDIA platform.

What you will be doing:

• Design, build, extend, test, deploy, and maintain a centralized CI/CD infrastructure for many open‑source projects.
• Collaborate effectively with peers and partners through brainstorming and review sessions to produce high‑quality design, code, and documentation.
• Follow guidelines of CI/CD for reliability, performance, monitoring, security, compliance, interoperability, usability, correctness, consistency, simplicity, etc.
• Support other NVIDIA teams in using this foundational infrastructure.
• Debug production issues across services and multiple levels of the stack.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5 years of experience with software engineering in several programming languages (e.g., Python, Bash, Go), and with data structures/algorithms.
• Experience with CI/CD technologies such as GitHub Actions and GitLab Runners.
• Experience with open source software development (workflows, tools, guidelines).
• Practical knowledge of configuration management tools such as Ansible and Terraform.
• Familiarity with security patterns, e.g., authentication protocols (OAuth2.0, OIDC), authorization frameworks, and secret management (HashiCorp Vault).
• Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes, virtualization technologies (containers and virtual machines).
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, Load Balancing).
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Expertise with Agentic AI frameworks, patterns, and tools.
• Experience developing and operating centralized and large‑scale automated build, test, and deployment platforms.
• Familiarity with compliance and security requirements in cloud and on‑prem environments.
• Experience with NVIDIA platform (hardware and software).

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 Level3, and 184,000 USD-287,500 USD for Level4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July17, 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.