Senior System Software Engineer, Display Security

NVIDIA is hiring a Senior System Software Engineer, Display Security in Santa Clara, United States. It pays $184k-$288k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on NVIDIA.

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Tools and skills the posting cites include Linux, Android and Risc V.
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Lead system software engineer focusing on display security, secure-engine firmware, and HDCP protocols for SoC platforms.

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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 an inclusive, 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.

NVIDIA is searching for a creative, highly motivated and independent engineer with expertise in system software with security background to join the SOC System Software organization. This position offers the opportunity to have real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company impacting SOC based product lines ranging from autonomous vehicles, robotics, consumer graphics, and edge AI.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead all HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) activities across SoC-based projects, leading the feature roadmap, protocol implementation, compliance certification, and delivery across chips, platforms, and products.
Develop and maintain secure-engine firmware on a RISC-V based secure processor.
Deliver end to end HDCP solution across multiple software stacks spanning Linux, Android for automotive, and consumer platforms.
Drive firmware production signing readiness, rollback-prevention strategies, and key-provisioning workflows.
Serve as the security primary contact for the team, leading all aspects of threat modeling, static analysis, vulnerability tracking and remediation, and security compliance across all projects.
Collaborate with multi-functional teams spanning HW design, boot firmware, power management, validation, and GPU display to align on architecture and delivery.

What we need to see:

BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
8+ years of experience in embedded systems, firmware, or system software development.
Strong RISC-V or embedded processor firmware development experience with privilege-level isolation and secure boot.
Deep understanding of cryptography and security protocols, specifically HDCP 1.x/2.x authentication, key management, and repeater topology.
Strong familiarity of how HDCP integrates with display protocols, e.g. HDMI, DisplayPort.
Consistent record leading cross-team technical initiatives from architecture through certification and delivery.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

Hands-on experience with HDCP compliance certification.
Experience with SoC-level system integration: firewalls, fuse controllers, privilege isolation, and secure carveouts.
Experience productizing DRM protocols (Widevine, PlayReady).
Familiarity with automotive security standards (ISO 21434, UN R155).

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 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 October 20, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive 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 System Software Engineer, Display Security at NVIDIA rates 10 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.

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

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Key facts

Senior System Software Engineer, Display Security is an open job at NVIDIA.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $184k-$288k a year.
The role is based in US, CA, Santa Clara.
The job was posted on October 16, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by NVIDIA. Apply on NVIDIA

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Pay

This job starts at: $184k
Typical software engineer job: $167k

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