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Senior Software Engineer, Firmware

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/17/2026

Compensation

$152,000 - $287,500 per year

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Job description

NVIDIA Networking Unit is seeking an experienced firmware/software engineer to work on NVIDIA NIC/DPU. The role involves designing and implementing new features for core networking products. Candidates should be creative, responsible, and autonomous, with a strong background in C and C++ programming. The position offers an opportunity to collaborate with various teams and contribute to advanced firmware development.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in C/C++ firmware and software development.
  • Proficient in C/C++ and object-oriented programming.
  • Advanced level of English.
  • High ability to learn new things and conduct research.
  • Effective cross-team collaboration and communication skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of development tools including build systems and version control systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement new features for NVIDIA NIC/DPU and Switch firmware.
  • Participate in implementing new standards and protocols in data center management technologies.
  • Develop verification tests for advanced features in a complex firmware testing environment.
  • Collaborate with chip development, board development, silicon, software, and program management teams to debug firmware and validation issues.
  • Work on features starting from the pre-silicon stage and throughout the entire product life cycle.

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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