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Senior System Software Engineer

NVIDIA is hiring a Senior System Software Engineer in Pune, India. Level rates it ; you can apply on NVIDIA.

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  • Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this software engineer role: aI is not part of the work.
  • The posting mentions C, Pcie and kernel development among its tools and skills.
  • Level classes it as a senior role.
  • NVIDIA has 2,700+ other open roles on Level.

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Design and develop core system software and kernel-level solutions while following general technology trends.

CPcie
kernel-developmentdebuggingsystem-architecture

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s an outstanding legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and remarkable people.

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NVIDIA System Software team is looking for a highly motivated system software engineers who have proven track record of developing and leading technologies in kernel space from end to end. Have ability to go into any level of details to find the right solution and deliver high-quality software and is comfortable to collaborate across different teams.


What you'll be doing:

  • Work closely with multi-functional teams to develop system software solutions for kernel-level problems.
  • Discuss architectural details with hardware teams and work together to build software solutions.
  • Participate in different stages of chip development, from inception to production.
  • Follow emerging trends in PCIE and connected sectors, focusing on innovation to boost performance and power efficiency.
  • Solve deep technical problems from existing and new architecture.

What we need to see:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of proven experience in working on core system software problems.
  • Extensive knowledge of PCIE and associated technologies.
  • Proficiency in C and kernel-level debugging.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Expertise in silicon bring-up of SOC products.
  • Experience developing software solutions using AI tools.
  • System-level knowledge that extends beyond a single component.



NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. If you're creative and passionate about new technology, then we look forward to hearing from you! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

How we rate this

Senior System Software Engineer at NVIDIA rates 20 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.

  1. ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
  2. ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
  3. ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
  4. ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Kernel DevelopmentDebuggingSystem ArchitectureCPcie

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  1. Tell me about a project where kernel development was part of your work. What did you do?
  2. Tell me about a project where debugging was part of your work. What did you do?
  3. Tell me about a project where system architecture was part of your work. What did you do?
  4. What's a project where you used C hands-on?
  5. Walk me through how you've used Pcie in your day-to-day work.

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