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Senior Systems Software Engineer - GPU Diagnostics

NVIDIA

Company websitenvidia.com (NVIDIA, opens in new tab)

Base salary $152,000  to $241,500

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Santa Clara, CA

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  • LocationSanta Clara, CA
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About this job

At NVIDIA, 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.
 

We are searching for outstanding senior system software engineer to join the NVIDIA's GPU Diagnostics SW team. Our charter is to develop the most demanding applications a GPU or high-performance computing server will encounter in its lifecycle, working closely with kernel driver team, GPU architecture team, system design team, and manufacturing organizations. The best candidates will have strong C++ programming skills, detailed knowledge of device programming, algorithms, a solid foundation of systems software with emphasis on OS fundamentals, and a deep understanding of current generation hardware architecture at systems level.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Design, implement, unit test and debug changes in the NVIDIA SW stack to take next-gen HW from design / development stage to production.

  • Be heavily involved in emulation, bring-up, and product hardening required to build our groundbreaking products

  • You will follow the devices all the way from manufacturing through the development process to datacenter systems, customer desktops, notebooks and workstations.

  • Tackle a variety of problems that directly impact NVIDIA’s end users and partner OEMs.

  • This job will require a deep understanding of our hardware and software architectures.

What We Need to See:

  • BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree, or equivalent experience.

  • Excellent programming skills and proficiency in C/C++ language, libraries, and toolchains.

  • 5+ years hands-on experience developing low level systems software, preferably using Linux OS. 

  • Strong software engineering skills combined with a drive to solve hard problems are a must. 

  • Familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessor and fundamentals (caches, buses, memory controllers, DMA, etc.)

  • Previous experience of working on a large system software code base is preferable.

  • Good written and verbal communication skills, along with strong collaborative and networking abilities.

  • Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced development environments, especially during critical project phases.

  • Ability to self-manage, show leadership, and have good interpersonal skills

  • Demonstrated proficiency using modern AI productivity tools to streamline day-to-day work, improve quality, and automate routine tasks.

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 other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary range for this position is 152,000 USD – 241,500 USD.

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 4,316 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 $203,125.

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 range next to 6 other live NVIDIA roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live NVIDIA roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Senior Systems Software Engineer - GPU Diagnostics (this listing)$152,000 - $241,500
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

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All NVIDIA roles · How to read the bar

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base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary range for this position is 152,000 USD – 241,500 USD.

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