Technical Program Manager - AI for Gaming
Company websitenvidia.com (NVIDIA, opens in new tab)
Base salary $168K to $322K
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 (53 min ago) · observed since
About this job
We are now looking for a Technical Program Manager to join the AI for Gaming team to own and lead the integration of NVIDIA's technology into the most popular games and 3D engines. You will work with the NVIDIA software team, the Developer Technology Group, and leading game developers to bring groundbreaking AI technology to improve the performance, look and gameplay of the most meaningful games.
What you'll be doing:
- Own scope planning for multiple AI Gaming and Creator features: define requirements, prioritize scope, and align on clear deliverables and success criteria with engineering, QA and partners.
- Lead the planning, execution and monitoring of programs from kickoff through launch. Develop program plans and timelines, coordinate resources, manage risks and dependencies, and resolve issues to drive features to completion.
- Be responsible for the tasks, bugs and schedule for each feature, and drive the end game to ship on time and with high quality.
- Lead the technical and QA relationships with internal teams to optimize teamwork and improve feature quality.
- Collaborate with internal teams, external game developers and business partners to gather requirements, address concerns and ensure alignment with program objectives.
- Champion effective communication: maintain and share program status across internal and external teams, and manage stakeholder expectations throughout the program lifecycle.
- Develop and improve the processes and tools needed to work effectively with teams inside and outside NVIDIA.
What we need to see:
- BS or MS in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 8+ years of consistent track record in technical program management or a related role.
- Experience leading large, complex projects and programs from planning through delivery.
- Proven history of successful features, applications or products delivered to market.
- Passion for playing and developing PC games.
- Working understanding of Agile principles and methods.
- Experience with project management and communication tools.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with multiple partners distributed across the globe.
- Experience maintaining and communicating complex feature roadmaps.
- Variety and vision in your program management methodology and toolset.
- Deep understanding of PC games visual technologies and modern GPU architecture.
- Experience with AI and deep learning and production experience on "Triple-A" PC and console games in a senior or leadership role.
With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are 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:168,000 USD – 258,750 USD for Level 4; and 200,000 USD – 322,000 USD for Level 5.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 10, 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 ($168,000) is above 66% of the 751 Program & Project Management roles in California listed on this site; 18 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $150,000; the middle half runs from $125,300 to $176,450.
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 listingTechnical Program Manager - AI for Gaming$168K to $322K
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Technical Program Manager - AI for Gaming (this listing) | $168K - $322K |
| L11 System Product Development Engineer | $168,000 - $258,750 |
| Senior Software Engineer, Network Visibility Platform - DGX Cloud | $168K - $322K |
| Hardware Validation Procedures and Documentation Lead | $168,000 - $258,750 |
| Senior Software Engineer, Platform Engineering | $168K - $322K |
| AI Engineering Manager - Finance | $168K - $322K |
| Senior Technical Program Manager – DFX Software Methodology | $168K - $322K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-11-06
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: US, CA, Santa Clara (Levels 4-5 combined)
168,000 USD – 258,750 USD for Level 4; and 200,000 USD – 322,000 USD for Level 5.
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