Software QA Engineer- New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits package

Job summary

NVIDIA in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a QA Engineer to join the SW/FW testing team focused on Networking. You will test industry-leading features, develop automated frameworks, and ensure firmware updates meet performance and security benchmarks.

You should have BS or MS in CS or EE, solid QA methodology, Linux expertise, and hands-on lab experience. The role emphasizes independent planning and delivering high-quality NVIDIA networking products.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering.
• Strong QA methodologies and test design experience.
• Experience with network switches, VLANs, and debug.
• Linux administration knowledge.
• Experience in engineering lab environments for product bring-up and development.
• Self-driven, proactive, and highly motivated.

Responsibilities

• Review architecture, design, and requirements for new networking features.
• Maintain and plan lab engagements and testing infrastructure.
• Design and execute test plans for releases and firmware updates.
• Develop and maintain automated test frameworks to improve coverage.
• Report, reproduce, and help debug bugs; verify fixes with R&D.
• Conduct regression, performance, functional, and security testing.

Skills

QA methodologies

Test design

Bug prioritization

SW release workflows

Linux administration

Networking knowledge

Python scripting

Lab/testing experience

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Tools

Python

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. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

We are seeking a QA engineer to join our SW/FW testing team. This position will be part of our growing team, which enables NVIDIA products to meet the industry-leading benchmarks of efficiency and quality. We develop a collaborative and inclusive work environment, where ideas are shared and innovation is encouraged. As a QA Engineer in this group, you will be immersed in the latest advancements and actively contribute to developing world-class products. Your efforts will directly impact the performance and quality of our offerings, ensuring they consistently meet industry-leading standards. We are looking for an ideal candidate with proven QA experience who will be actively involved in testing industry-leading features in the Networking sector, can acquire new feature knowledge, conduct both manual and automated tests, and contribute to the development of automation systems. The ideal candidate should bring a robust understanding of the SW release cycle and the QA part in it.

What you'll be doing:

• Review architecture, design, and requirements documents for new features across multiple domains, including NVIDIA networking switches, and related systems.

• Maintain existing infrastructure, and plan future lab engagements.

• Design and execute comprehensive test plans for both initial releases and ongoing firmware updates.

• Develop and maintain automated frameworks expanding existing infrastructure with new capabilities to improve coverage, stability, and efficiency.

• Report bugs found during execution, assist with reproduction and debugging to understand root cause, verify bug fixes provided by R&D team, and raise if not fixed.

• Conduct tests in various areas, including regression, performance, functional, and security. Keep track of testing progress and generate summary reports of testing activities.

What we need to see:

• BS or MS in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience.

• A strong familiarity with QA methodologies, Test design, Bug prioritization, SW release workflows

• Vast knowledge of network switch configuration and debug including VLAN, switch-port.

• Linux administration knowledge.

• Experience with engineering lab environments for product bring-up and development.

• Self-reliant individual, capable of planning and carrying out tasks within their assigned area.

• Personal: good interpersonal skills, quick learner, proactive, innovative, highly motivated, and committed.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Proven experience in QA - methodologies, and test design.

• Working in fast-paced environment with multiple parallel running activities.

• Experience with release management, V&V, E2E testing.

• Scripting skills and proven experience in Python or other programming languages and knowledge of Linux/Windows OS

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 100,000 USD - 166,750 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 21, 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.