Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Platform
NVIDIASenior Software Engineer - Embedded Platform
NVIDIALocation
Santa Clara, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/14/2026
Compensation
$184,000 - $287,500 per year
Job description
NVIDIA is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer for the Embedded Platform team to enhance the development of Jetson, IGX, and DGX Spark Product Software systems. The role involves leveraging extensive knowledge of embedded platforms and Linux kernel operating systems to tackle challenges in delivering powerful AI solutions. Candidates will work with a global team and engage in the full product lifecycle, from hardware bring-up to production deployment. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of AI at-the-edge.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer engineering or equivalent experience.
- 8+ years of shown experience in Linux and sophisticated embedded systems development.
- Excellent C/C++/bash programming skills.
- Ability to understand platform hardware schematics and engage with the hardware team.
- Knowledge of oscilloscope and logic analyzer for hardware debugging.
- Familiarity with software debugging tools specifically used at the Linux kernel and firmware level.
- Prior knowledge of driving platform board support package (BSP) features and release.
- Outstanding technical skills and the ability to work across complementary teams.
- Proven success in problem-solving and interpreting technical specifications.
Responsibilities
- Implement features that showcase the capabilities of Jetson, IGX, and DGX Spark platforms.
- Work on sophisticated system-on-module designs to bring the latest AI at-the-edge generations to life.
- Contribute from hardware platform bring-up to boot firmware, Linux kernel device drivers, RTOS firmware, and software SDKs.
- Collaborate with various teams to craft and develop system-level software solutions.
- Engage in the full product lifecycle, from hardware bring-up to production deployment.
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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