JobsSenior System Software Engineer, Platform and Performance - GeForce Now
Senior System Software Engineer, Platform and Performance - GeForce Now
NVIDIASenior System Software Engineer, Platform and Performance - GeForce Now
NVIDIALocation
Santa Clara, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/18/2026
Compensation
$224,000 - $356,500 per year
Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 99.2%·Filings 1,781·New hires 873·
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·FY 2025Job description
NVIDIA is seeking a Systems Software Engineer to join the GeForce NOW Platform Engineering team. This role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing high-performance gaming servers utilizing NVIDIA GPUs. The ideal candidate will work in a cross-functional environment to enhance cloud game streaming. A passion for software design and performance optimization is essential.
Requirements
- BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
- 12+ years of experience in system software engineering for platform performance.
- Knowledge of OS kernel internals, memory management, and computer architecture.
- Proficiency in Python, C, C++, or Rust.
- Experience working in performance-critical software, tools, and CPU/GPU scheduling.
Responsibilities
- Optimize game performance, Linux Kernel, KVM Hypervisor, and system software at scale.
- Understand and apply gaming workloads and streaming software for kernel and user space interactions.
- Bridge the gap between software and hardware for a cloud streaming service.
- Analyze factors that influence the performance and stability of games.
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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