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Senior System Software Engineer - GPU Virtualization

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

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  • On Level's scale, this software engineer role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
  • Tools and skills the posting cites include C, Gdb and Kgdb.
  • Level classifies it as a senior role.
  • Level lists 2,700+ other open roles at NVIDIA.

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Design and develop next-generation GPU virtualization software and system features for NVIDIA hardware.

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NVIDIA is groundbreaking on a variety of fronts, including artificial intelligence, deep learning, robotics, autonomous vehicles, computing and, of course, bringing GPU to cloud. It is a very exciting time to be at NVIDIA! NVIDIA is searching for a highly motivated, creative engineer with experience in system software to join the GPU Virtualization team. As a member of this core team, you will be working with highly motivated and hardworking engineers. As someone who is hardworking and passionate about their work, you must be proactive, able to work independently & multi-functionally, multi-task and thrive in a multifaceted work environment.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Work closely with passionate engineers to design, develop, optimize, debug, unit test, document and maintain next-generation graphics and computing features for NVIDIA GPUs.

  • We work on next-generation GPU hardware and software features through all phases of development, and you will get an opportunity to work across user and kernel stacks.

  • Also work on customer issues and provide timely root cause of the problem and resolution.

  • Collaborate with many internal teams (software, hardware, architecture, QA and OEM support), partners and customers to define new products and features, and resolve issues.

What we need to see:

  • BS degree or higher or equivalent experience (computer science or related).

  • 5+ years of industry experience.

  • In depth understanding of Windows or Linux device drivers, PC architecture and ability to work close to the hardware.

  • Proficient in C/C++ with strong software development, optimization and analytical skills.

  • Strong debugging skills and extensive experience using gdb/kgdb/windbg to analyze complex pieces of software.

  • Strong articulation skills for crafting and improving technical documents, and to engage globally distributed engineering team.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Understanding of Virtualization concepts and system software for ESX, Hyper-V or KVM.

  • Knowledge of DX/OGL graphics technologies, WDDM model.

  • Familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessor, and microcontroller fundamentals (caches, buses, memory controllers, DMA, etc.).

If you are driven to envision, define and deliver what’s next for the industry and your career while unlocking your full potential, come to NVIDIA. You will have the opportunity to grow in our flexible and multifaceted environment, challenge your thinking, and influence the future of technology. NVIDIA is 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 - GPU Virtualization at NVIDIA rates 25 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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  1. Tell me about a project where system software was part of your work. What did you do?
  2. Tell me about a project where gpu virtualization was part of your work. What did you do?
  3. Tell me about a project where device drivers was part of your work. What did you do?
  4. Tell me about a project where debugging was part of your work. What did you do?
  5. Tell me about a project where graphics was part of your work. What did you do?

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