Location
Santa Clara, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
5/13/2026
Compensation
$184,000 - $356,500 per year
Job description
The Senior System Software Engineer will join the Tegra system software group, focusing on developing and maintaining software for complex heterogeneous computing systems. The role requires strong C/C++ programming skills and a deep understanding of operating systems and kernel programming. The team is dedicated to powering sophisticated server products for diverse AI, HPC, and accelerated computing workloads. Candidates should be passionate about technology and eager to contribute to innovative product development.
Requirements
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent experience.
- 8+ years of industry-related experience.
- Strong C/C++ programming skills and object-oriented programming skills.
- Experience with low level / driver level programming.
- Understanding of processor architecture fundamentals, preferably ARM.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
- Expert communication, interpersonal and planning skills.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop tests and frameworks to efficiently validate and stress SOC/System throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Architect and drive new diagnostic software solutions for all phases of the product life cycle.
- Spearhead initiatives to improve efficiency, robustness, and user-friendliness of software for design validation and manufacturing screening.
- Participate in the debug and root cause analysis of complex board/system level failures.
- Communicate effectively with various teams, customers, and partners.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Nvidia Corporation
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
355
FY2026
Approval rate
99.2%
FY2026
LCA certified
7,667
FY2026
Entry-level share
11.9%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-37%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-83%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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