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Principal Software Engineer, Vehicle Dynamics Simulation - AV

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/19/2026

Compensation

$248,000 - $391,000 per year

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

In this Principal-level role at NVIDIA, you will contribute to the advancement of autonomous vehicle development through vehicle dynamics simulation. The team focuses on creating systems that enhance the testing and validation of driving behaviors in various scenarios. You will be responsible for shaping the technical vision and architecture of the simulation framework. This position requires a deep understanding of vehicle dynamics and strong programming skills in C++ and Python.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 15+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Deep knowledge of vehicle dynamics, tire-road interaction, and multibody simulation.
  • Strong C++ skills for production software and Python skills for analysis and validation.
  • Proven ability to calibrate and validate simulation models.

Responsibilities

  • Be responsible for the technical vision, architecture, and roadmap for vehicle dynamics simulation.
  • Develop production-quality C++ interfaces for high-fidelity multibody models.
  • Create scalable model-selection and validation workflows for diverse vehicle platforms.
  • Translate trajectory and control commands into time-aligned motion and diagnostic outputs.
  • Establish model parameters, software boundaries, and regression metrics.
  • Partner with various teams to ensure integration and reliability of simulations.
  • Set technical standards and mentor engineers through design and implementation.

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 Jul 17, 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%

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Initial approvals by fiscal year

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