Senior System Software Engineer - Embedded Controller
Company websitenvidia.com (NVIDIA, opens in new tab)
Base salary $152,000 to $287,500
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Santa Clara, CA
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- LocationSanta Clara, CA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
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.
We are looking for a senior engineer to improve GPU system software and the way that software is built. You will work on firmware, a real-time operating system, driver interfaces, and the build, test, and execution infrastructure that supports them. When a new approach improves on the current one, you will carry it from design through implementation, bring-up, and support after release, so other engineers can build on it.
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
We have some of the most forward-thinking and dedicated people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you.
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/
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 November 3, 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.Source: NVIDIA on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($152,000) is above 28% of the 4,300 Software Engineering roles in California listed on this site; 86 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $176,100; the middle half runs from $149,100 to $204,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.
This listingSenior System Software Engineer - Embedded Controller$152,000 to $287,500
Senior Networking Architect$152,000 to $287,500
Solutions Architect, AI and ML$152,000 to $287,500
Infrastructure Solutions Architect - OEM$152,000 to $287,500
Senior Software Engineer, CUTLASS Performance$152,000 to $287,500
Senior Software Engineer - Distributed Systems Engineer, EDA Infrastructure$152,000 to $287,500
Senior Graphics Driver Engineer$152,000 to $241,500
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Senior System Software Engineer - Embedded Controller (this listing) | $152,000 - $287,500 |
| Senior Networking Architect | $152,000 - $287,500 |
| Solutions Architect, AI and ML | $152,000 - $287,500 |
| Infrastructure Solutions Architect - OEM | $152,000 - $287,500 |
| Senior Software Engineer, CUTLASS Performance | $152,000 - $287,500 |
| Senior Software Engineer - Distributed Systems Engineer, EDA Infrastructure | $152,000 - $287,500 |
| Senior Graphics Driver Engineer | $152,000 - $241,500 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-30
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: US, CA, Santa Clara (Levels 3-4 combined)
152,000 USD – 241,500 USD for Level 3; and 184,000 USD – 287,500 USD for Level 4.
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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