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Senior Linux Kernel Software Engineer

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/1/2026

Compensation

$184,000 - $356,500 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.2% approval-37% YoY
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Job description

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Linux Kernel Software Engineer to join their Linux networking drivers R&D team. This role focuses on crafting and implementing Linux kernel networking drivers for NVIDIA ConnectX and BlueField network adapters. The work environment is dynamic and challenging, emphasizing innovation and collaboration across global teams. The ideal candidate will contribute to high-quality code development and drive complex technical issues to resolution.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of proven experience in the field
  • C programming experience at a native level
  • Experience with Linux kernel-level programming
  • Deep understanding of networking drivers and software/hardware interaction
  • Strong networking knowledge including TCP/IP, L2/L3 protocols, and network device driver architecture
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills
  • Strong ability to self-manage and communicate effectively

Responsibilities

  • Craft and implement Linux kernel networking drivers for NVIDIA ConnectX and BlueField network adapters.
  • Develop high-quality code for the Linux kernel and open-source environments.
  • Collaborate and debug with teams across the globe to provide the best networking solutions.
  • Drive complex technical issues to closure that may occur across team boundaries.
  • Manage the complete engineering process including requirements refinement and implementation.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment of continuous development and deployment cycles.

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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