Firmware Engineer

NVIDIA is hiring a Firmware Engineer in Beijing, China. Level rates it ; you can apply on NVIDIA.

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Level rates this role Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
The posting mentions C, Python and Verilog among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a mid-level role.
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Develop firmware, micro-architectures, and verification routines for next-generation SmartNIC networking devices.

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We are looking for Engineers to join NVIDIA's network R&D team. NVIDIA is a fast-growing company with positive energy that emanates from our team members' internal aim to develop, market, sell, and support cutting-edge products and services. We are a strong believer in developing our employees and giving them the tools to succeed. The work environment is versatile, educational, dynamic and challenging as our employees are currently working on innovative, next-generation networking devices at the forefront of technology in terms of performance efficiency. The daily work involves all aspects of firmware development: Design, Micro- Architecture, Software interfaces and Verification. If you are looking for a rewarding career, hardworking colleagues, and a great environment in which to challenge yourself, grow, and lead, NVIDIA is the right place for you.

What you’ll be doing:

Engage in next-generation SmartNIC firmware develop
Validate the functionalities of firmware and silicon design before tape-out, bring up new silicon when tape-out is done
Implement new features for congestion control, virtualization, QoS, etc.
Support local customers to resolve issues in deployment
Supply creative ideas to improve products and efficiency

What we need to see:

Bachelor’s degree and above in EE or equivalent experience.
3+ years of relevant working experience
Proven strong capability in C programming. Knowledge of OO, C++, Python, Shell script is plus.
Hands-on experience in embedded system design. Knowledge of embedded SoC architecture, network protocols. Be familiar with data structure and embedded OS.
Writing & speaking English fluently, be able to read English technical document and organize meetings in English.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

Self-starter, energizing, responsible, phenomenal teammate
Enthusiasm and determination to tackle assignments
Flexibility to change assignments when necessary
Experience with Verilog, VHDL, RDMA, virtio

How we rate this

Firmware Engineer at NVIDIA rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
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Key facts

Firmware Engineer is an open job at NVIDIA.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in China, Beijing.
The job was posted on October 29, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by NVIDIA. Apply on NVIDIA

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Firmware DevelopmentEmbedded SystemsSmartnicNetwork ProtocolsCPythonVerilogVhd

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where firmware development was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where embedded systems was part of your work. What did you do?
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Tell me about a project where network protocols was part of your work. What did you do?
Walk me through how you've used C in your day-to-day work.

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