Senior System Software Engineer - CPU SoC Boot Firmware

NVIDIA Ltd.
Santa Clara, CA, United States
11 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$152,000.0 - $241,500.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

C (Programming Language) Artificial Intelligence Booting (BIOS) Computer Programming Software Debugging Microprocessors Embedded Software Firmware Failure Mode Effects Analysis Python (Programming Language) Linux Kernel System Software
+2 more
Bare Metal Virtual Agents

Job description

  • As a member of the Chips System firmware team, you will build robust features for core boot firmware established by protective and security guidelines.
  • Definition, decomposition and verification of functional/safety requirements and architecture.
  • Perform failure analysis (FMEA/DFA) on Bootloader functionality and architecture.
  • We take pride in our software family of engineers, so collaboration is the key(!) in developing partnerships with members internal and external to your team.
  • Validate and verify features on pre-silicon simulation platforms prior to tapeout.
  • Silicon verification, features development followed by post Silicon support and productization.

Requirements

We are now actively looking for energetic, enthusiastic and technologically savvy engineers to join the Chips System Software team. Here we architect and develop the boot firmware for the flagship CPUs which are the core components for high-compute platforms for automotive, datacenter and other critical applications. The best candidates will have excellent C and Python programming skills, a thorough understanding of operating systems and kernel programming, a good understanding of hardware architecture, and excellent communication and planning skills. The candidate will also have good understanding of automotive functionality safety and security standards and their application in semiconductor projects., * BS or MS degree in EE/CS/CE or equivalent experience

  • 5+ years of relevant proven experience
  • Experience in embedded software development, specifically in areas of ARM technologies and programming is invaluable and on bare metal an additional plus.
  • Strong proficiency in C and Python programming and debugging skills
  • A strong desire to continuously improve processes and tools for a productivity at speed of light through AI tools.
  • Detailed and extensive experience with Linux kernel software is required
  • Experience in embedded software development and verification process, with bootloaders experience a plus.
  • Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Demonstrate your passion for building new technologies
  • Working experience with AI tools such as Codex, creating agentic AI tools
  • Proficiency creating skills with continuos refinement.
  • Out of the box thinking !
  • Articulate your thoughts succinctly

Benefits & conditions

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits .

About the company

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology-and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

Apply for this position

This job is hosted externally. Click below to view the full posting and apply.

Apply on www.disabledperson.com

Good distractions

Talks and stories from around this role — technically off-topic, practically not.

2:19 min

Orchestrating over-the-air firmware updates for vehicle modules

Denis Grahovac · WWC 2021

1:11 min

Running high-performance edge computing on bare metal servers

Josip Stuhli Josip Stuhli · Coffee With Developers

1:15 min

Overcoming the challenges of modifying Linux kernel code

Ayesha Kaleem · WWC 2023

1:19 min

Advancing autonomous driving capabilities with specialized software talent

Katrin Lehmann Katrin Lehmann +1 · Coffee With Developers

2:20 min

Utilizing custom firmware for variable torque manipulation

Daniel Meilak Daniel Meilak +1 · WWC Europe 2026

2:33 min

Architecting CUDA and the AI software stack

Michael Kagan Michael Kagan +1 · WWC Europe 2026

Videos

See all

Related articles

See all