Senior Architect, Data Center Modeling

NVIDIA is hiring a Senior Architect, Data Center Modeling in Santa Clara, United States. It pays $184k-$288k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on NVIDIA.

Level's read on this job

On Level's scale, this role is Works on AI ●●●○: the daily work is on AI products, without building the model.
Level classes it as a senior role.
NVIDIA has 2,700+ other open roles on Level.

AI in this role

Imagine shaping the future of AI and computing at one of the most innovative companies in the world. At NVIDIA, we are redefining industries with our groundbreaking advancements in High-Performance Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and Visualization. Our GPUs, the visual cortex of modern computers, are at the core of revolutionary technologies from AI to autonomous vehicles. Join us in pushing the boundaries of what's possible, enabling extraordinary creativity and discovery, and turning science fiction into reality. We are seeking visionary computer architects to design and develop models for the next generation of GPU-accelerated datacenters.

What you'll be doing:

Guiding the fundamental software design, architecture, and implementation of cost and power modeling of datacenter-scale accelerated computing platforms
Evangelizing modern software architecture design patterns and tools, including AI-driven solutions, to accelerate development, enhance performance, and improve code quality across the team.
Implementing industry-leading software and dev-ops best practices tailored for rapidly growing teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Making hands-on and significant contributions to a business-critical codebase, directly impacting the future of high-performance computing and AI technologies.

What we need to see:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related fields or equivalent experience (MS preferred)
8+ years of experience in systems architecture and modeling, especially performance, power, or cost modeling of distributed systems.
Exceptional programming skills in Python, accompanied by strong mathematical and analytical skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with success contributing to projects within multi-discipline teams.
Proven track record of contributions to scaled Python-based software projects

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

Experience with accelerated server architecture design and deployment, especially up to hyperscale.
Background in parallel computing, server architecture, or datacenter design.
An excitement and curiosity about the future of accelerated computing and AI
Expertise in data analysis and visualization, especially pandas and associated technologies
A love of technology and passion for your work!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4, and 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until January 13, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

How we rate this

Senior Architect, Data Center Modeling at NVIDIA rates 62 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Works on AI (AI Level 3 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Works on AI. The daily work is on AI products, without building the model.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Senior Architect, Data Center Modeling is an open job at NVIDIA.
Level rates this role AI Level 3 of 4: Works on AI.
The listed salary is $184k-$288k a year.
The role is based in US, CA, Santa Clara.
The job was posted on January 9, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by NVIDIA. Apply on NVIDIA

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