System Architect
Company websitenvidia.com (NVIDIA, opens in new tab)
Base salary $184,000 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 (26 min ago) · observed since
About this job
Our technology has no boundaries! NVIDIA is building the world’s most groundbreaking and state of the art compute platforms for the world to use. It’s because of our work that scientists, researchers and engineers can advance their ideas. At its core, our visual computing technology not only enables an amazing computing experience, but it is also energy efficient! We pioneered a supercharged form of computing loved by the most demanding computer users in the world - scientists, designers, artists, and gamers. It’s not just technology though! It is our people, some of the brightest in the world, and our diverse company culture make NVIDIA one of the most fun, innovative, and dynamic places to work in the world! At the center of NVIDIA's culture are our core values like innovation, excellence, determination, and team, that guide us to be the best we can be.
We are looking for a Systems Architect to lead and drive power solutions for NVIDIA products, ensuring reliable solutions for the short-term engineering designs and developing new power solutions for the long-term roadmap. This role covers all NV product families, including datacenter, networking, PCIe, automotive, and Shield.
What you’ll be doing:
Lead the design and execution of power solution projects for active product development, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
Understand, analyze, and simulate new power architectures to develop optimal solutions aligned with future product roadmaps.
Demonstrate technical leadership in power architecture development and implementation, delivering reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.
Align with internal stakeholders on technical strategies and coordinate with industry partners to develop multi-source solutions and maintain schedule integrity.
Share technical learnings and progress in regular team meetings, conduct deep-dive sessions with vendors and partners, and stay current with industry trends and innovations.
What we need to see:
A Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics Engineering (or equivalent experience).
7+ years of relevant industry experience.
Deep expertise in Power Electronics, including AC/DC, DC/DC, HVDC, HDVR, automotive solutions, power semiconductors, magnetics, and capacitor technologies.
Proven experience in system power architecture and power design.
Demonstrated technical leadership in product solution development and roadmap execution.
Consistently delivers high-quality results that meet product requirements and timelines.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Promote a culture of collaboration, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Maintain clear and effective communication with both internal teams and external partners.
Experience in data center, client, or automotive power architecture and design is a strong plus!
NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our world-class engineering teams are growing fast. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with 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 range for this position is 184,000 USD – 287,500 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)
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Senior Firmware Security Architect, Networking$184,000 to $356,500
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| System Architect (this listing) | $184,000 - $287,500 |
| Senior Software Engineer, Subnet Management | $184,000 - $356,500 |
| Senior Software Engineer, AI Networking | $184,000 - $356,500 |
| Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning Safety | $184,000 - $356,500 |
| Senior Firmware Security Architect, Networking | $184,000 - $356,500 |
| Senior Compiler Engineer - AI | $184,000 - $287,500 |
| Senior System Software Engineer, Performance - CUDA Driver | $184,000 - $356,500 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
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- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-30
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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 184,000 USD – 287,500 USD.
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