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Linux GPU Senior System Software Engineer

NVIDIA
Santa Clara, CA Full-time 2/4/2026 $152k - $287.5k per year
Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 99.2%Total filings 1,781New hires 873
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FY 2025

Job Description

NVIDIA is seeking a software engineer to design, develop, and validate Linux graphics device drivers for their GPUs. The role involves collaborating with global teams to improve CI/CD pipelines and build test automation infrastructure, contributing to the advancement of AI computing.

Requirements

  • BS or MS degree or equivalent experience in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree.
  • 5+ years of meaningful software development experience in C programming skills.
  • Familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessor, and microcontroller fundamentals.
  • Experience with Linux KMD/UMD device driver system software.
  • Experience with AI development tools used in creating test cases, automating test cases, code coverage, triaging.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and validate features, tests and/or bug fixes for our Linux Graphics Device drivers.
  • Collaborate with fellow software engineers and other Linux graphics engineers to design and develop high quality tests and tools.
  • Improve CI/CD pipelines and build test automation infrastructure.
  • Communicate effectively with teams from all around the globe.

Benefits

  • Employees at NVIDIA are often offered comprehensive, day-one benefits—including medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(k) with auto-enrollment. Many roles also have generous time off and holidays, donation matching (up to $10,000), and a wide menu of extras like FSAs, commuter benefits, legal and identity-theft protection, pet insurance, and wellness discounts. Optional programs can include student-loan and home-purchase support, plus family care resources and expert medical services.