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Manager, Software Engineering - Cumulus Linux

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/1/2026

Compensation

$224,000 - $431,250 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.2% approval-37% YoY
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Job description

NVIDIA is seeking a Software Engineering Leader to join the NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux Team, focusing on the development of Cumulus Linux, a Debian-based distribution. This role involves leading a software development team to enhance core infrastructure services and telemetry features for data centers. The position requires collaboration with multi-functional engineering and product teams to deliver solutions that improve system security, performance, and reliability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Linux systems and a passion for technology.

Requirements

  • Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of proven leadership in Linux systems and data center networking technologies.
  • 2 or more years of people management experience in an enterprise environment.
  • Familiarity with cloud native concepts.
  • Strong background with Linux OS feature development.
  • Good knowledge of data modeling concepts, OpenConfig, and streaming telemetry protocols like gNMI.
  • Experience driving projects from concept to production.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience with embedded software on network switches.
  • Experience with bring up and troubleshooting of Ethernet interfaces and modules.
  • Familiarity with datacenter protocols.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team involved with development and delivery of Cumulus Linux operating system telemetry and infrastructure features.
  • Partner with other engineering teams to scope and develop solutions to improve systems security, performance, and reliability features.
  • Develop and debug C and Python code for system monitoring, reliability, and serviceability features as needed.
  • Collaborate with product, architecture, and engineering teams for end-to-end integration of systems infrastructure features into Linux and Cumulus Linux distribution.
  • Work with project management team for effort estimation and planning of different features.
  • Assist recruiting staff in expanding the team, including sourcing and interviewing candidates.
  • Help engineers develop their careers by assigning them to projects tailored to their skill levels and long-term development.
  • Supervise technology trends and emerging standards for technology opportunities.
  • Guide through the problem-solving process and proactively take steps to prevent problems.

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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