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# Senior Software Engineer, Graphics Performance

- **Company:** NVIDIA Ltd.
- **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $184,000.0 - $287,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Compilers, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Digital Rendering, Linux, Graphics Software, Hardware Virtualization, OpenGL, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Information Technology
- **Published:** August 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gn9uq4

## About the Role

+ A Bachelors or higher degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or computer engineering (or equivalent experience).

 + 3+ years "hands on" experience developing graphics OpenGL/Vulkan system level software especially for the Linux OS.

 + 3+ years' experience in graphics rendering, shader programming, compilers, and optimizations.

 + 8+ years of programming experience in C and C++.

 + Low-level Linux operating system knowledge, specifically memory/resource management, scheduling and process control, and hardware virtualization.

 + Very good oral and written communication skills.

 + A self-motivated teammate with good attitude.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

 + You have prior experience with shader compilers development.

## Description

NVIDIA is searching for world-class software engineers to join the Linux Graphics driver team. This position involves architecture and development of new SW technologies to support Vulkan and OpenGL software for our GPUs as well as enhancements and maintenance of existing features.

What you'll be doing:

 + You will work on the definition, design, and development of pioneering professional and consumer Linux Vulkan and OpenGL graphics software performance features.

 + Develop and maintain SW technologies targeted at enabling and supporting NVIDIA's GPU hardware on the Linux operating systems, ensuring the best performance and cross platform implementation.

 + You will work with other worldwide internal teams, including software, hardware, architecture, and OEM support.


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