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Senior Software Engineer, Deep Learning Inference - Automotive Safety

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/6/2026

Compensation

$152,000 - $287,500 per year

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Job description

Join NVIDIA's TensorRT team as a Senior Software Engineer, focusing on high-performance AI inference solutions for safety-critical applications, particularly in the automotive sector. You will lead the design and development of deep learning inference software using modern C++. This role emphasizes collaboration across hardware and software teams to enhance TensorRT's functionality and performance. If you are passionate about innovation and eager to tackle challenging projects, this position is for you.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, or equivalent experience in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or AI.
  • At least 5+ years of relevant software development experience.
  • Strong C++ skills, including knowledge of best practices with C++14 or newer standards.
  • Familiarity with deep learning concepts and frameworks.
  • Experience with safety-critical software development, including rigorous testing, validation, and documentation practices.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of high-performance deep learning inference software for safety-critical automotive applications using modern C++.
  • Orchestrate the integration of new hardware functionalities into TensorRT's compiler and runtime for specialized platforms.
  • Work closely with teams and stakeholders across the hardware and software stack to leverage new technologies.
  • Guide the design and implementation of robust, high-quality C++ code in alignment with Modern C++ standards.
  • Drive systematic development of test plans from unit to integration level, emphasizing safety validation and verification.
  • Lead documentation efforts for safety-critical properties of functions, classes, and systems.
  • Contribute to performance optimization and benchmarking efforts for specialized automotive platforms.

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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