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Senior Software Systems Engineer, L3 and L4 - Autonomous Driving

NVIDIA

Location

remote, Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

$184,000 - $356,500 per year

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Job description

In this role at NVIDIA, you will focus on developing use cases and system requirements for L3 and L4 autonomous driving products. You will perform system-level analysis and define performance requirements while collaborating closely with various teams. The position emphasizes innovation in systems engineering and requires strong leadership skills. You will be part of a diverse and dynamic environment that values excellence and determination.

Requirements

  • MS or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years of proven experience in safety-critical systems engineering, system analysis, data analysis, and software architecture.
  • Strong software development background with proven coding skills.
  • Hands-on experience in SOTIF analysis (ISO 21448), functional safety (ISO 26262), and multi-functional architectural trade-off analysis.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to drive alignment across large organizations.
  • Proven understanding of trade-offs between End-to-End deep learning approaches, classical modular perception/planning stacks, and associated validation and test strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop use cases and system requirements for L3 and L4 autonomous driving products based on customer needs, traffic regulations, certification standards, and industry guidelines.
  • Perform system-level analysis to define performance requirements and allocate performance budgets across subsystems.
  • Formulate test cases and define critical performance metrics to ensure compliance with functional and safety requirements.
  • Define and drive online and offline test strategy and execution at both vehicle and component levels.
  • Partner closely with Data Analytics, Test Engineering, and System Integration & Test teams.
  • Establish strong multi-functional relationships with collaborators across engineering, safety, validation, and product teams.
  • Drive innovation in requirements decomposition, traceability, and verification processes.
  • Promote and cultivate a strong systems engineering approach across the organization.

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.

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