NVIDIASenior Systems Software Engineer - Advanced Technology Group
NVIDIA is hiring a Senior Systems Software Engineer - Advanced Technology Group. It pays $152k-$242k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on NVIDIA.
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- Level rates this software engineer role Works on AI ●●●○: the daily work is on AI products, without building the model.
- Tools and skills the posting cites include GPU, Python and C.
- Level classifies it as a senior role.
- Level lists 2,700+ other open roles at NVIDIA.
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Build advanced computational methods and GPU-accelerated software for semiconductor manufacturing, incorporating artificial intelligence and distributed computing.
NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are hard to solve, that only we can tackle, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human imagination and intelligence. Make the choice, join our diverse team today!
The Advanced Technology Group is looking for a highly motivated Senior Systems Software Engineer to join our group. Do you have a proven software development background in advanced computational methods for semiconductor manufacturing and design? Are you seen as a technical leader and an industry expert in several of the underlying fields, such as massively distributed computing, computational geometry, diffractive optics, and artificial intelligence? If yes, then we’d love to hear from you! The job requires creating strategy, driving industry-leading innovation, and working in lean teams to realize these strategies, from invention to production. This role will be located in Hillsboro, Oregon.
What you'll be doing:
Working with some of the best technologists in the world to build industry-leading advanced computational methods for semiconductor manufacturing and design.
Exploiting the potential of the GPU to dramatically accelerate these software solutions.
Ultimately, keeping the cadence of semiconductor innovation alive by accelerating semiconductor yield and time to market.
What we need to see:
MS (PhD preferred) in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent experience.
5+ years of research/industry experience
A track record of innovation, for example by the invention of computer algorithms.
Experience in developing and delivering complex software solutions for enabling or improving semiconductor fabrication and design.
A track record of scaling up software to a level that efficiently utilizes millions of compute hours, and processes petabytes of data.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Deep understanding of technology and passionate about what you do.
Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills, specifically a proven ability to effectively guide and influence within a dynamic matrix environment.
NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. It’s not just technology though! It is our people, some of the brightest in the world, and our company and diverse culture that make NVIDIA one of the most fun, innovative and dynamic places to work in the world! At the center of NVIDIA's culture are our core values - like innovation, excellence and determination, and one team - that guide us to be the best we can be.
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You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 7, 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 Systems Software Engineer - Advanced Technology Group at NVIDIA rates 65 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.
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
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- Tell me about a project where computational geometry was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where distributed computing was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where algorithms was part of your work. What did you do?
- What's a project where you used GPU hands-on?
- Walk me through how you've used Python in your day-to-day work.
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- List these exact terms on your resume: Computational Geometry, Distributed Computing, Algorithms, GPU, and Python. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
- Attach one line of real, concrete experience to at least one of them. A tool named with nothing behind it rarely survives a human read.
- Show where AI is part of your daily process, not a one-off project. This role expects it to be a running habit.
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