Software Linux Engineer - Installation and Packaging

AI in this role

Build and maintain installation, packaging, and software delivery workflows for NVIDIA networking software while leveraging AI-assisted development.

nixosnixdebianubunturhelsles

linuxpackagingsoftware-deliveryautomationkernel-development

NVIDIA wants an outstanding Software Linux Engineer to strengthen our installation, packaging, and software delivery features for NVIDIA's networking software. In this role, you will craft, develop, and maintain user-space tools, packaging systems, software repositories, and installation flows across leading Linux distributions. These include traditional package ecosystems and modern declarative systems like NixOS (Nix package manager). This position allows you to make a tangible difference in a dynamic, technology-focused organization. Your contributions will support product lines powering the world’s most advanced data centers, cloud environments, and HPC systems.

Are you driven by Linux, system-level integration, and crafting seamless installation experiences? Do you want to play a role in promoting the deployment of high-speed networking solutions throughout multiple Linux systems, including developing declarative and reproducible package management methods? Are you enthusiastic about working on next-generation packaging technologies, automation, and AI-supported engineering solutions while enabling customers and internal teams to speed adoption?

What you'll be doing:

Build, implement, and maintain installation, packaging, and software delivery workflows for NVIDIA networking software across major Linux distributions (Debian, Ubuntu, RHEL, SLES, NixOS, etc.).
Develop and provide ongoing support for meta-packages, software repositories, release channels, profiles, and tools. These resources help streamline user-space installation and configuration on traditional and declarative package managers like DEB/RPM and Nix.
Build and implement automation solutions to improve package validation, release quality, and engineering efficiency, including the adoption of AI-assisted development workflows.
Work with distribution maintainers and ecosystem communities (including Nix/NixOS) to ensure compatibility and smooth delivery through native packaging systems.
Perform system-level testing and verification of package installations on various platforms and OS versions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (kernel, QA, release engineering, architecture, and support) to ensure installation quality, maintainability, and scalable software delivery.
Contribute to Linux kernel driver development and backporting to support advanced networking features.

What we need to see:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, or a related area (or equivalent experience).
4+ years of software development experience, with a strong focus on Linux system-level development.
Skilled in Linux package management tools (dpkg, RPM, yum, apt, zypper, Nix) along with scripting languages like Python or Bash.
Experience with packaging standards, repository management, release automation, and CI/CD workflows.
Familiarity with kernel backporting, patch management, and driver installation (a plus).
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a customer-focused approach.
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across diverse Linux environments.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience with deep knowledge of Linux operating systems and distribution lifecycle management.
Experience crafting package repositories or software distribution infrastructure as well as working with the NixOS ecosystem and Nix package manager in live production settings.
Experience applying AI tools to software development, testing, or automation workflows.
Familiarity with cloud or containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience supporting large-scale deployment environments in data center or HPC settings.

NVIDIA is widely regarded as one of the most sought-after employers in the tech industry. We employ many dedicated and innovative individuals worldwide. If you are passionate about Linux systems, enjoy solving real-world problems, and want to help develop the future of AI and networking infrastructure, we want to hear from you!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 3, 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

Software Linux Engineer - Installation and Packaging at NVIDIA rates 45 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Uses AI (AI Level 2 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Uses AI. An ordinary role that requires AI tools.

●●●● 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. Open the description and count.

Key facts

Software Linux Engineer - Installation and Packaging is an open job at NVIDIA.
Level rates this role AI Level 2 of 4: Uses AI.
The listed salary is $152k-$242k a year.
The role is based in US, CA, Santa Clara.
The job was posted on September 29, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by NVIDIA. Apply on NVIDIA

Prepare for this job

A free preview built only from this posting: what it asks for, what you could be asked in an interview, and how to adjust your resume.

Skills and AI tools this role asks for

LinuxPackagingSoftware DeliveryAutomationKernel DevelopmentNixosNixDebian

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where linux was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where packaging was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where software delivery was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where automation was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where kernel development was part of your work. What did you do?

Adapt your resume

List these exact terms on your resume: Linux, Packaging, Software Delivery, Automation, and Kernel Development. 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.
Put the AI tool in a bullet point about what you did, not just in a skills list — this role treats it as a required part of the job.

Want an expert to read your CV for this job?

Free. Send your CV and the role you want next. We reply by email within 2 to 4 business days.

Get a free CV review

Get new AI jobs (Uses AI ●●○○ or higher) by email

One email a week with the new AI jobs (Uses AI ●●○○ or higher), each rated for how much AI is in the work. No recruiter spam, unsubscribe in one click.

Also alert me for new jobs at NVIDIA

Free. One email a week. Unsubscribe in one click.