NVIDIA is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join the NIC Firmware team, which focuses on developing innovative networking features for cloud, HPC, and storage. The team plays a crucial role in driving data growth for major companies and operates in a fast-paced environment. The role involves close collaboration with architecture and software design teams to implement new features in Mellanox NIC firmware. Candidates will gain valuable experience in system debugging, networking technology, and the relationship between hardware and firmware.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C and C++.
• Solid understanding of networking protocols.
• Experience with PCIe and virtualization technologies.
• Excellent grasp of data structures and algorithms fundamentals.
• Scripting experience with Python and/or Bash.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, independent, and a great teammate with excellent interpersonal skills.

• Work closely with the architecture and different software design teams.
• Implement new features in the core of Mellanox NIC firmware.
• Develop verification tests for advanced features in a highly complex and sophisticated firmware testing environment.
• Gain a deep understanding of system debug, networking technology and stacks, as well as the HW/FW/SW relationship.
• Learn how a big software project is operated, maintained, qualified, and released.

• 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.