Job description
NVIDIA is seeking an experienced System Software Engineer to develop boot, firmware, and software solutions for next-generation SoCs. This role involves working on low-level system software and collaborating with top engineering teams to bring innovative silicon from concept to production. The ideal candidate will be passionate about system software and enjoy solving complex technical problems in a collaborative environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of computing.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of proven experience in relevant roles.
- Proficiency in bare-metal firmware development, particularly with PCIE, ACPI, and ARM/RISC-V technologies.
- Familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessors, and microcontroller fundamentals.
- Expertise in C programming languages with outstanding debugging skills.
- Defensive security programming skills.
- Excellent communication abilities, both verbal and written.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and validate SOC and GPU Boot and Security software across Automotive, Embedded, and Data Center platforms.
- Participate actively in the new silicon lifecycle, spanning pre-silicon simulation/emulation to silicon power-on bring-up phases.
- Identify, debug, and resolve issues within the Boot stack, ensuring detailed operation.
- Collaborate closely with architecture, software, and hardware build teams to improve the next generation of NVIDIA System-on-Chips.
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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