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Senior Software Engineer - Robotics

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/10/2026

Compensation

$224,000 - $431,250 per year

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Job description

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of Physical AI systems for humanoid robots. This role combines hands-on engineering with technical leadership, focusing on building generative AI workflows that encompass simulation, real-world deployment, and continuous learning. The engineer will set the technical direction for the team and ensure the successful integration of NVIDIA products into cohesive robotics solutions. The position requires a strong background in robotics software engineering and the ability to mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

  • MS or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent experience.
  • 12+ years of robotics software engineering experience with a track record of shipping production-quality systems.
  • Proven ability to own technical direction by setting strategy, building consensus, and driving momentum across competing priorities.
  • Deep experience building and deploying full-stack robotics software for AI-powered robots from architecture through implementation.
  • Hands-on experience with generative AI workflows in robotics or Physical AI contexts.
  • Strong Python and C++ skills with familiarity in CUDA and robotics middleware.
  • Experience in robot learning including reinforcement learning, imitation learning, and sim-to-real transfer.
  • Ability to influence teams across multiple functions without formal authority and communicate effectively with engineers, leadership, and partners.

Responsibilities

  • Set the technical approach for building generative AI workflows for Physical AI robotics.
  • Define priorities and resolve architectural trade-offs for a small team.
  • Build the humanoid reference platform from architecture through deployment.
  • Integrate NVIDIA products like Jetson Thor, Isaac GR00T, and Isaac Lab into cohesive solutions.
  • Engage with select external partners on technical collaboration.
  • Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers without any formal management responsibility.

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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