Software and System Architect
Company websitenvidia.com (NVIDIA, opens in new tab)
Base salary $124,000 to $241,500
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Santa Clara, CA +3 more
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- LocationSanta Clara, CA +3 more
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
All 4 locations
- US, CA, Santa Clara
- US, NY, Remote
- US, NJ, Remote
- US, CA, Remote
About this job
NVIDIA is looking for a passionate and dedicated SW & System Architect to join our SW Architecture group. The position includes researching new technologies with focus on architecture definition of groundbreaking technologies in different domains - networking, security, virtualization and orchestration. NVIDIA Architecture group consists of world-class architects responsible for designing the next generation innovative architecture for our DPUs & NICs technologies.
You will play a key role defining the future of cloud solution stack, from HW to Application level, including orchestration, provisioning, network programmability and SDN. You will be working with various teams around the world including SW architects, R&D, product, solution architects and external customers. This position offers a unique and exceptional opportunity to have real impact in a multifaceted, technology-focused company shaping the future of data-centers technologies.
What you will be doing:
Lead architecture for cloud-networking including orchestration, provisioning and security solutions
Design innovative system architecture for DPUs & NICs technologies
Build end-to-end solutions from application level to HW
Responsible for writing effective, clear and reliable architecture specification
Evaluate new technologies and innovate & rapidly develop POC prototypes that can then be developed into full-fledged products/solutions
Work closely with different Nvidia teams around the world including sw & hw architects, R&D, product, solution architects, application and field engineers and more
Work with high profile customers on advanced and future technologies and solutions
What we need to see:
B.Sc/M.Sc/Phd degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
2+ years of experience as SW Architect/System Architect
2+ years of experience as SW developer
Deep knowledge and experience with C, Python
Hands on Linux development, Docker and Containers based technologies
Experience with cloud and Data Center networking
Wide knowledge and understanding of networking protocols and common network topologies
Strong design, coding, analytical, debugging and problem-solving skills
Ability to work concurrently with multiple groups locally and abroad in the organization
Excellent communication, documentation and presentation skills
Ways to stand out from a crowd:
Development experience with networking/security devices – NICs/DPUs/Switches/Routers /Firewalls etc.
Good understanding of OSs and drivers
Experience with DPDK, OVS, OVN
Experience with Kubernetes components & subsystems, CRDs, Operators, system plugins and CNI plugin development (Calico, Flannel)
Experience with OpenStack/OpenShift and/or Cloud APIs
With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and. Due to unprecedented growth, our exclusive engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary ranges for this position are:124,000 USD – 195,500 USD for Level 2; and 152,000 USD – 241,500 USD for Level 3.
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 ($124,000) is above 7% of the 4,294 Software Engineering roles in California listed on this site; 15 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $176,000; the middle half runs from $149,100 to $201,900.
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 7, 2026.
This listingSoftware and System Architect$124,000 to $241,500
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AI Compute Engineer - NVIS$124,000 to $195,500
Deep Learning Performance Architect - New College Grad 2027$124,000 to $241,500
Senior Revenue and Pricing Business Analyst$124K to $230K
Power Architect - New College Grad 2027$124,000 to $241,500
Solutions Architect, Executive Briefing Center$124,000 to $241,500
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Software and System Architect (this listing) | $124,000 - $241,500 |
| System Software Engineer, Performance - CUDA Driver | $124,000 - $195,500 |
| AI Compute Engineer - NVIS | $124,000 - $195,500 |
| Deep Learning Performance Architect - New College Grad 2027 | $124,000 - $241,500 |
| Senior Revenue and Pricing Business Analyst | $124K - $230K |
| Power Architect - New College Grad 2027 | $124,000 - $241,500 |
| Solutions Architect, Executive Briefing Center | $124,000 - $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: Multiple locations (4) (Levels 2-3 combined)
124,000 USD – 195,500 USD for Level 2; and 152,000 USD – 241,500 USD for Level 3.
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What we verified
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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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