Systems Software Manager, Display Driver

NVIDIA is hiring a Systems Software Manager, Display Driver in Santa Clara, United States. It pays $224k-$357k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on NVIDIA.

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AI in this role

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 a diverse, 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.

We are looking for a software engineering manager for our Windows display driver team. NVIDIA GPUs render breathtaking images, but that wouldn’t matter if no one could see them!

The team is responsible for the getting those images onto a wide range of screens, from gaming monitors to laptop displays, to TVs and medical displays, serving both consumer and professional markets. We encompass a wide variety of standards and technologies, such as DP, HDMI, HDR, virtual reality and variable refresh rate, all while ensuring interoperability with the OS and a multitude of display manufacturers. You will be responsible for leading a team of hardworking engineers dedicated to this mission.

What you’ll be doing:

Lead a team of 5-10 system software engineers to drive new feature development and general support for GPU device drivers.
Balance priorities among end-user, partner, OS, and chip bring-up requirements.
Develop ambitious but realistic engineering plans aligned with those priorities. You and your team will be accountable for plan development and execution.
Contribute to our evolving process in the design, development, and implementation of high-quality, robust kernel mode device drivers.
Coach the engineers in the team to increase their technical and leadership skill and help them identify and achieve career goals.
Collaborate with teams across software, hardware, QA, marketing, and release planning to solve problems, release quality products, and influence GPU and SOC direction.

What we need to see:

BSEE/CS or equivalent experience.
6+ years of experience in developing system software or equivalent, 2+ years managing software developers.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Consistent record of leading software projects with interrelated dependencies in a dynamic development environment.
Low-level operating system knowledge, familiarity with development on prototype hardware, experience in memory/resource management in real-time systems.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

Familiarity with one or more of the following knowledge domains will further improve your fit for the position:
Display subsystems, standards (e.g. HDMI, DP, USB-C), and technologies (e.g. colorimetry, HDR, VRR, video processing).
Windows device driver development and the Windows display pipeline.
Chip verification and bring-up.
NVIDIA GPU programming.

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 other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary ranges for this position are:
224,000 USD – 356,500 USD for Level 3; and 272,000 USD – 431,250 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 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

Systems Software Manager, Display Driver at NVIDIA rates 28 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.

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